adj
forced
fawst
adj
1
Done unwillingly or under pressure, rather than naturally.
"He gave a forced smile despite feeling miserable."
"The confession was later found to be forced."
How to Use Forced
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that doesn't feel natural because it was pushed or pressured into happening.
Common pairings
forced smile
forced laugh
forced landing
Word Forms
more forced comparative, most forced superlative
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He gave a _____ smile despite feeling miserable.