What does forced mean?
Forced means simple past and past participle of force.
Forced
/fɔɹst/ · verb
Meaning
simple past and past participle of force.
Definitions by Sense
- simple past and past participle of force
- Obtained forcefully, not naturally.
- Opened or accessed using force.
- Produced by strain; not spontaneous; insincere.
Example Sentences
The forced labor went on for 14 years.
forced laughter
Synonyms for forced
Antonyms for forced
Related Words
Word Forms
- more forced
- most forced
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
Practice and Learn More
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for forced?
Common synonyms include forcible, constrained, strained, involuntary.
What is the opposite of forced?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use forced in a sentence?
The forced labor went on for 14 years.
Sources & Attribution
FreeDictionaryAPI.com / Wiktionary · Original source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Dictionary data is provided by FreeDictionaryAPI.com and sourced from Wiktionary under its stated license.