coercionist

/səʊsɪˈɒnɪst/ (soh-si-ON-ist)

Definitions

1. noun

A person who advocates or uses coercion.

“The politician was accused of being a coercionist, pushing through the bill without listening to the opposition.”

2. adjective

Using or advocating coercion.

“The coercionist policies of the regime were widely criticized by human rights groups.”

Synonyms

  • coercer
  • strong-armed

Antonyms

  • freedom fighter
  • liberator