adj Uncommon

forceful

FAWRSFL

Forceful (adj) means Strong and full of power or determination. Example: “She made a forceful argument for the new policy.”

adj

Strong and full of power or determination.

"She made a forceful argument for the new policy."

"His forceful personality made him a natural leader."

How to use forceful

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFull of strength or conviction — describes people, arguments, or actions that carry real power.

Common pairings

forceful argument forceful personality forceful response

Word forms

more forceful comparative, most forceful superlative

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Etymology

From force + -ful.

Antonyms

gentle

Related words

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Rhymes for forceful

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Frequently asked questions

What does “forceful” mean?

The word “forceful” means strong and full of power or determination. In plain terms, full of strength or conviction — describes people, arguments, or actions that carry real power.

How do you pronounce “forceful”?

“Forceful” is pronounced FAWRSFL (/ˈfɔɹsfl̩/ in IPA).

How do you use “forceful” in a sentence?

Here is “forceful” used in a sentence: “She made a forceful argument for the new policy.”

What is the opposite of “forceful”?

The opposite of “forceful” — its antonyms — is gentle.

What part of speech is “forceful”?

“Forceful” is an adjective.

Is “forceful” a common word?

“Forceful” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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