Synonyms for

Dragoon

Verb / gu:n / Another word for dragoon — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to force someone to do something using threats or violence

Synonyms & similar words

railroad sandbag coerce compel press oblige force intimidate bully threaten terrorize harry harass hound hound pester nag badger torment torture oppress domineer

Example sentences

  1. The teacher will dragoon the students into doing their homework.
  2. The captain dragooned the sailors into working harder.
  3. The coach dragooned the players into practicing more.
  4. The boss dragooned the employees into working overtime.
  5. The sergeant dragooned the soldiers into marching faster.

Quotes

  • You cannot dragoon an idea into a person's head.
  • You can dragoon a man, but you can't make him fight.
  • It is foolish to try to dragoon a free people.

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