forceful — Having great strength, power, or intensity; expressed with vigor and conviction. Describes actions, arguments, or personalities that are compelling and assertive.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Having great strength, power, or intensity; expressed with vigor and conviction. Describes actions, arguments, or personalities that are compelling and assertive.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɔːrsfəl/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's forceful handshake made my bones crack like popcorn.
- Her forceful presentation convinced the investors to fund the project.
- The teacher's forceful voice could wake up even the deepest sleepers in math class.
forceful
ADJECTIVE[/ˈfɔːrsfəl/]
Having great strength, power, or intensity; expressed with vigor and conviction. Describes actions, arguments, or personalities that are compelling and assertive.
Having great strength, power, or intensity; expressed with vigor and conviction. Describes actions, arguments, or personalities that are compelling and assertive.
Be forceful and resourceful, leave rivals remorseful!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'force' (meaning strength or power) combined with the suffix '-ful'. The word 'force' itself comes from Old French 'force', ultimately from Latin 'fortis' meaning strong.
Breakdown
force (strength, power) + -ful (full of, having the quality of)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The CEO's forceful handshake made my bones crack like popcorn.”
“Her forceful presentation convinced the investors to fund the project.”
“The teacher's forceful voice could wake up even the deepest sleepers in math class.”
“We need a more forceful approach to solve this environmental crisis.”
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