forceful

adjective

force·​ful ˈfȯrs-fəl 

: possessing or filled with force : effective

a forceful argument

forcefulness noun

Synonyms of forceful

• compelling
• convincing
• conclusive
• strong

Examples of forceful in a Sentence

He has a very forceful personality.

She's a confident and forceful leader.

They have made a forceful argument in favor of changing the system.

The government has threatened to use more forceful measures if necessary.

Recent Examples on the Web

What could be a more forceful exhibition of confidence than that? — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 Aug. 2026

At high levels of perfume oil concentration, though, getting many forceful materials to sit together cleanly is what takes expertise and time. — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2026

This unified and forceful opposition suggests FIFA President Gianni Infantino significantly miscalculated the sentiment. — Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

For the seventh-year veteran, the next step is turning those wins into sacks with a more forceful approach. — Tyler M. Carmona july 30, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1571, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for forceful

• remorseful
• resourceful

Kids Definition

forceful

adjective

force·​ful ˈfōrs-fəl 

ˈfȯrs-

: having or done with much force : vigorous

a forceful speech

forcefully

-fə-lē 

adverb

forcefulness noun