Meaning of the word coerced in English

What does coerced mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

coerced

US /koʊˈɜːrst/
UK /kəʊˈɜːrst/

Verb

to persuade an unwilling person to do something by using force or threats

Example:
He was coerced into signing the confession.
The witness claimed she was coerced into giving false testimony.
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