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forcefully

adv. manner
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈfɔɹsfəɫi// UK //fˈɔːsfəli// force·ful·ly

adv. to do something with a lot of physical strength or in a way that shows you have strong opinions. It means you are acting with power so that others must listen or move.

adv. in a manner characterized by physical strength, vigor, or intense conviction. Often describes the delivery of an argument or the physical application of power.


SIMPLE

She argued forcefully for a change in the company rules.

CONTEXTUAL

The protesters were forcefully removed from the building after they refused to leave the lobby.

COMPLEX

The CEO spoke forcefully about the need for innovation, leaving no doubt in the minds of the shareholders that the current strategy would be abandoned.

Origin

From forceful + -ly.

Usage

Typically follows the verb it modifies or appears at the end of the clause.

Pitfall

He forcefully the door open.He forcefully pushed the door open.Forcefully is an adverb and cannot function as a verb; it must modify an action like 'pushed' or 'argued'.

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