forcible

Definition of "forcible"
  1. A term used to describe an action carried out through the use of force or by threatening to use force, especially when meeting opposition or resistance
How to use "forcible" in a sentence
  1. The police accused the perpetrator of forcible entry into the house.
  2. Prosecutors are treating this as a case of forcible theft.
  3. The defendant was charged with forcible detainment of the plaintiff.

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