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She made a forceful argument.
What does Forceful mean?
strong and powerful
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Strong, powerful, and clear in action, effect, or expression.
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The forceful wind knocked over the sign.
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A forceful speaker can hold an audience's attention.
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WordForceful.
Partadjective.
MeaningForceful means strong and powerful.
ExampleExample: She made a forceful argument.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- fors · ful
- Strongest beat
- fors
- Ending
- ful
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fors.
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gentleUseful contrast for understanding the word.
weakUseful contrast for understanding the word.
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