forcibly

[ˈfɔːsəbli]

forcibly Definition

  • 1in a way that is achieved by the use of force
  • 2in a way that is done against someone's will

Using forcibly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "forcibly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The door was forcibly opened.

  • Example

    The protesters were forcibly removed from the building.

  • Example

    She was forcibly restrained from leaving the room.

forcibly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for forcibly

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Summary: forcibly in Brief

The adverb 'forcibly' [ˈfɔːsəbli] means in a way that is achieved by the use of force or in a way that is done against someone's will. It is often used to describe actions that are violent or coercive, such as 'The protesters were forcibly removed from the building.'

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