Coerce
(verb)
- To force or oblige (someone) to do something, typically by using threats or pressure.
- To control or dominate (someone) through the use of force or threats.
Origin:
The word coerce comes from the latin word coërcēre, which means to restrain or force. it was first used in the english language in the late 16th century.
Examples:
- He was coerced into signing the contract.
- The government is trying to coerce the rebel groups into surrendering.
- The kidnappers coerced the hostages into giving them the combination to the safe.
- The company coerced its employees into working overtime without pay.
- She was coerced into revealing the company's secrets.