Synonyms for

Forcibly

Verb / ˈfɔ:rsʌbli: / Another word for forcibly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

forcibly (adverb) means with force, violence, or coercion.

Synonyms & similar words

violently aggressively coercively compulsorily coercively brutally roughly harshly powerfully energetically strenuously vigorously mightily commandingly persuasively imperatively forcible strong-arm heavy-handed intimidating

Synonyms by register

Formal

coercively compulsorily mandatorily authoritatively

Informal

by force against their will roughshod

Literary

violently unrelentingly

Antonyms

gently voluntarily willingly peacefully mildly softly unforced

Common collocations

  • forcibly removed
  • forcibly ejected
  • forcibly entered
  • forcibly detained
  • forcibly taken
  • forcibly restrained
  • forcibly occupied

Word family

noun force
verb force
adjective forced

Usage note

This adverb emphasizes the use of physical strength or power to overcome resistance. It often implies a lack of consent or a violation of will.

Example sentences

  1. The burglar was caught and taken to jail forcibly by the police.
  2. The doctor had to remove the bullet forcibly from the patient's body.
  3. The teacher had to stop the fight forcibly between the two students.
  4. The government sometimes has to take over land forcibly for public use.
  5. The riot police had to disperse the crowd forcibly with tear gas and water cannons.

Quotes

  • The truth cannot be forcibly imposed on anyone.
  • Ideas are not forcibly imposed on anyone.
  • Nothing can be forcibly taken from a person without their permission.

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