Definitions

forceful

[fawrs-fuhl, fohrs-] / ˈfɔrs fəl, ˈfoʊrs- /

ADJECTIVE

effective, powerful

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cogent commanding compelling convincing dynamic energetic forcible persuasive strong vehement vigorous violent

WEAK

ball of fire big-wheel bullish coming on strong constraining dominant electric elemental gutsy mighty pithy potent powerhouse puissant punch punchy steamroller stringent take-charge takeover telling titanic virile weighty

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apathetic idle impotent inactive ineffective lethargic mild moderate passive weak

WEAK

feeble meek unforceful

Example Sentences

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Broad became one of LA.’s most influential civic leaders, using his multibillion-dollar fortune, political clout and forceful personality to spur advancements in the public sphere, particularly in the arts.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Iranian officials were more forceful in their language, and directly put Saturday’s ceasefire negotiations on the line.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

“If we expect inflation to deviate significantly and persistently from target, the response must be appropriately forceful or persistent,” ECB President Christine Lagarde said in a speech on Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

In a forceful response, Treanor stood on principle, asserting that the school had a First Amendment right to teach and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion as a Catholic value.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

In a comforting yet forceful voice, he urges calm.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow

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