forcefully

/ˈfɔːrsfəli/
adverbIntermediate
general

in a forceful or powerful manner; with great strength or intensity

She forcefully argued her point in the debate.

She presented her argument with strong conviction and power.

The wind forcefully blew the leaves off the trees.

The wind blew the leaves off the trees with great strength.

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Often used to describe actions, speech, or natural forces that are done or occur with significant power or intensity.

Collocations

forcefully argueto argue with strong convictionforcefully demandto demand something with intensityforcefully resistto resist with great strength

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💡Pro Tip

Usage in Formal Contexts

In formal writing or speech, 'forcefully' can emphasize the strength of an argument or action, making it more persuasive.

📖Word Origin

Derived from 'force' (Middle English 'fors', from Old French 'force') + '-fully' (adverbial suffix).

📝Usage Notes

Can be used in both physical and metaphorical contexts to describe actions, speech, or natural phenomena that are done with great strength or intensity.

Word Breakdown

force
strength or power
root
+
-fully
in the manner of
suffix
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