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coerce

/koʊˈɜːrs/

co · erce koʊ · ˈɜːrs

English Definition

v. force compel pressure

中文释义

强迫；胁迫

Significado en Español

coaccionar, forzar

한국어 뜻

강요하다, 강제하다

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

cưỡng ép, ép buộc

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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧

co-(together) + erce/arcere (restrain) → to coerce.

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “coerce” in the following sentence: The manager tried to coerce the employees into working overtime by threatening to cut their bonuses.

A persuade
B compel
C encourage
D entertain

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B — compel. “coerce” means v. force compel pressure

Common questions about “coerce”

What does “coerce” mean?

coerce — v. force compel pressure. In Chinese: 强迫；胁迫.

How do you pronounce “coerce”?

coerce is pronounced /koʊˈɜːrs/. It breaks into 2 syllables: co · erce.

Is “coerce” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. coerce appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “coerce”?

co-(together) + erce/arcere (restrain) → to coerce.

Progress / 学习进度

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Mastered: 0 / 804 (0%)

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coerce

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

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