English / word
coercion
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.
In context
01
Cybercriminals use coercion to extract information.
02
The agreement was signed under coercion.
Synonyms
compulsion,intimidation,force
Antonyms
persuasion,free will,consent
Collocations
under coercion,use coercion,exercise coercion