coercion
1 of 1noun/koʊˈɜrʃən/
Forms:coercions
1
the act of compelling someone to act against their will by using force or threats
- The confession was obtained through coercion, not free will.
- Coercion undermines genuine consent in any agreement.
- The regime used coercion to silence dissent.
- Emotional coercion can be just as damaging as physical force.
- Laws exist to protect individuals from financial or psychological coercion.