Forced Definition

forced
adjective
  1. produced by or subjected to forcing; "forced-air heating"; "furnaces of the forced-convection type"; "forced convection in plasma generators"
  2. forced or compelled; "promised to abolish forced labor"
  3. made necessary by an unexpected situation or emergency; "a forced landing"
  4. lacking spontaneity; not natural; "a constrained smile"; "forced heartiness"; "a strained smile"

"Forced" in song lyrics

See how forced is used in real songs:

  • "Willingly pay - or be forced"
    MC Shan — A Mind is a Terrible Thing to Waste
  • "I copped a mill and forced"
    Mic Geronimo f/ Hurricane G, Napoleon, Noreaga, Tragedy — Criminal Warfare '99 (The 1999 Posse Cut)
  • "With the title that was forced"
    Mopreme f/ 2Pac, Mouse Man — N.I.G.G.A. (Berocke Remix)

Usage tips for "forced"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "forced" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for forced to find words that pair well.

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