Definitions

1. noun

the practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats, rather than by free will

“The government’s use of coercion to silence opposition has raised international concerns.”

2. noun

the act of persuading someone to do something that they would not normally do

“The salesperson’s use of coercion to get me to buy the extended warranty was unprofessional.”

3. noun

a strong, often unpleasant influence that causes someone to do something

“The heat of the summer sun was a form of coercion that made us stay indoors.”

4. noun

the act of using force or threats to get someone to do something

“The police had to use coercion to get the suspect to confess.”