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The wind pushed the door forcibly open.
What does Forcibly mean?
Using force or strong pressure.
Dictionary definition
Using force, strength, or strong pressure.
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The rule was forcibly explained to the group.
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Forcibly can describe physical force or a very strong manner of speaking or acting.
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What does forcibly mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to forcibly?
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Which word is an antonym of forcibly?
Gently contrasts with forcibly.
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WordForcibly.
Partadverb.
MeaningForcibly means Using force or strong pressure.
ExampleExample: The wind pushed the door forcibly open.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- for · suh · blee
- Strongest beat
- for
- Ending
- blee
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on for.
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Synonyms
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forcefullyWith strength or force.
forceRelated word that supports the meaning of forcibly.
Antonyms
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gentlyIn a soft or mild way.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to forcibly, depending on context.
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