Word
forced
US/ˈfɔɹst/
UK/fˈɔːst/
Definitions
01not natural or sincere
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. not natural or sincere; you do it because you feel you have to.
adj. produced by effort or strain rather than being spontaneous or sincere.
“She gave a forced smile even though she was actually quite annoyed.”
“The comedian's performance felt forced, as if he were reciting lines from memory rather than engaging with the audience's energy.”
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02done by necessity
B1 · Intermediate
adj. done because you are made to do it or have no other choice.
adj. resulting from compulsion or external necessity.
“The heavy snow led to the forced cancellation of all flights.”
“The company's restructuring resulted in the forced redundancy of several long-term employees who had hoped to retire there.”
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03opened by power
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. opened using physical power or tools, usually because it was locked.
adj. opened or accessed through the application of physical strength or mechanical leverage.
“The police found a forced window at the back of the house.”
“Investigators noted that the safe showed signs of a forced entry, suggesting the burglars had used heavy machinery to bypass the lock.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “forced” in context.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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