Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Coerce

• (v. t.) To restrain by force, especially by law or authority; to repress; to curb.
• (v. t.) To compel or constrain to any action; as, to coerce a man to vote for a certain candidate.
• (v. t.) To compel or enforce; as, to coerce obedience.

Synonyms of Coerce

• Restrain
• Inhibit
• Impel
• Compel
• Drive
• Counteract
• Check
• Constrain
• Force
• Confine
• Intimidate.

Antonyms of Coerce

• Permit
• Persuade
• Urge
• Instigate
• Encourage
• Liberate
• Induce
• Seduce
• Tempt.

Homophones of Coerce