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forceful
adjective force·ful \ˈfȯrs-fəl\
: having a strong and confident quality
: expressed in a way that is effective and that influences people's thoughts and ideas
: done with military or physical force
Full Definition of FORCEFUL
— force·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— force·ful·ness noun
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First Known Use of FORCEFUL
1571
Related to FORCEFUL
- Synonyms
- compelling, conclusive, convincing, decisive, effective, cogent, persuasive, satisfying, strong, telling
- Antonyms
- inconclusive, indecisive, ineffective, uncompelling, unconvincing, unpersuasive
FORCEFUL Defined for Kids
forceful
adjective force·ful \ˈfȯrs-fəl\
Definition of FORCEFUL for Kids
: having much strength : vigorous <forceful action> <a forceful speech>
— force·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— force·ful·ness noun
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