forcedness

/ˈfɔːrsdənəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality or state of being forced; a state of being unnatural or artificial.

“The actress’s performance lacked the forcedness of her earlier roles, making it more believable.”

2. noun

The quality of being oppressive, burdensome, or overly strenuous.

“The physical demands of the job led to feelings of forcedness and burnout among the employees.”

Synonyms

  • coercion
  • compulsion

Antonyms

  • naturalness
  • spontaneity