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Coercive Definition & Meaning

coercive
adjective
  1. serving or intended to coerce; "authority is directional instead of coercive"

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Frequently asked questions

What does coercive mean?
serving or intended to coerce; "authority is directional instead of coercive"
What part of speech is coercive?
Coercive is an adjective.

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