What is another word for be forced?

Pronunciation: [biː fˈɔːst] (IPA)

When one is compelled, coerced, obliged, or constrained to do something, they are said to be forced. Synonyms for the term 'be forced' include the phrases "be made to", "be obligated to", and "be compelled to". In addition, being "pressurized", "mandated", or "enjoined" carries the same meaning as being forced, typically indicating a sense of compulsion or restriction imposed upon someone. In short, there are many words and phrases that may be used instead of "be forced" to convey a similar idea, allowing writers to choose the most fitting term for their intended audience and tone.

What are the hypernyms for Be forced?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Be forced

  • I imagine one of the reasons people cling to their hates so stubbornly is because they sense, once hate is gone, they will be forced to deal with pain.
    James A. Baldwin
  • I get a lot of mail from men who really identify with Stuart, you know, Sparrow's boyfriend. I love that. Even though I used to say I wanted men to read the strip even though there weren't any men in it, so they'd be forced to identify with the women.
    Alison Bechdel
  • We shall be forced to attempt planned and directed research employing hundreds of workers for many years, and this cannot be done without risking the loss of independence and originality. This is a serious and fundamental obstacle but it may be overcome in two ways.
    John Desmond Bernal
  • A man may be in as just possession of truth as of a city, and yet be forced to surrender.
    Thomas Browne
  • Men should not be forced to wear pants when it's not cold.
    Adam Clayton

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