forceful

Everyday

1. Strong and confident in what you say or do, making people listen. tree →
2. Using strength or force; powerful. tree →

In the lessons

In stories, a forceful character is bossy or determined; a forceful argument is strong and convincing. In sport, a forceful kick or tackle uses lots of power. In PSHE, being forceful is different from being assertive in a polite way. Phrases: «a forceful argument», «a forceful personality», «a forceful push».

Examples

• She made a forceful speech about saving the park. tree →
• The captain has a forceful personality. tree →
• His forceful kick sent the ball flying. tree →
• The waves gave a forceful push against the rocks. tree →
• «Stop that now,» he said in a forceful voice. tree →
• Her forceful argument changed our minds. tree →

Note

Adjective: force + «-ful». Adverb: forcefully. Not the same as «forcible» (done by physical force, like a forcible entry).