Vocabulary Entry

coercion

|noun • verb

noun

The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.

Example Sentences

"The coercion of the workers into accepting lower wages was criticized."

"She felt the coercion in the team's decision-making process."

"Legal coercion can lead to serious consequences for those who use it."

verb

Example Sentences

"The government sought to coerce the population into compliance."

"He tried to coerce her into accepting his proposal."

"They used their power to coerce the agreement."