COERCE Meaning and
Definition
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Coerce is a verb that refers to the act of persuading, compelling, or manipulating someone to do something against their will, using force, threats, or pressure. The term often connotes a more aggressive or forceful means of influence, rather than a simple request or suggestion.
When someone coerces another individual, they are typically aiming to obtain compliance or obedience through intimidation or manipulation. This can involve exerting physical, emotional, or psychological pressure to force someone into taking a specific action or behaving in a certain way that they would not naturally choose or desire.
Coercion can manifest in various forms, such as through physical violence, blackmail, extortion, or the abuse of power or authority. It can also occur within interpersonal relationships, where one party may try to manipulate or control the other through emotional blackmail, threats, or persistent persuasion.
However, it is important to note that coercion generally implies non-consent or resistance from the party being coerced. It is often seen as unethical or immoral, as it disregards individual autonomy and violates personal freedoms.
In legal contexts, coercion may refer to a criminal offense if it involves the use of physical force or threats to compel someone into committing an illegal act.
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To restrain by force: to compel.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of COERCE
The word "coerce" originated from the Latin word "coercere", which is a combination of the prefix "co-" (meaning "together" or "with") and the verb "arcere" (meaning "to confine" or "to enclose"). "Coercere" itself is derived from "co" (meaning "together") and "arcere" (meaning "to shut in" or "to enclose"). Over time, the term "coercere" evolved to mean "to restrain" or "to control", and eventually, it took on the modern meaning of "to force" or "to compel".
Idioms with the word COERCE
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coerce (sm or an animal) into sth
The idiom "coerce (someone or an animal) into something" means to forcefully persuade or pressure someone or an animal to do something they do not want to do. It involves using authority, threats, manipulation, or other forms of forceful influence to make someone comply with a specific action or behavior.
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coerce (one) into (something)
The idiom "coerce (one) into (something)" means to use force, threats, or manipulation to make someone do something against their will or better judgment. It implies the act of pressuring or compelling someone to comply with a particular action or decision.
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coerce (someone or an animal) into something
The idiom "coerce (someone or an animal) into something" means to use force or pressure to make someone or an animal do something they do not want to do or are hesitant about doing. It implies compelling or manipulating them through persuasion, threats, or other means to achieve a desired outcome.
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coerce into
The idiom "coerce into" means to compel, pressure, or force someone to do something against their will or desire. It typically involves using threats, manipulation, or other forms of persuasive tactics to make someone comply.
Similar spelling words for COERCE
- core,
- course,
- corse,
- corsi,
- coarse,
- courage,
- corozo,
- coryza,
- corso,
- Coursey,
- cork,
- cohrs,
- corixa,
- corgi,
- correggio,
- commerce,
- corky.
Conjugate verb Coerce
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