forcefully

2 definitions • 4 examples

in a strong way that demands attention or action:

argue forcefully He argued forcefully that stricter laws were necessary to deal with the problem.

What struck me most forcefully was that people really do think that price equals quality.

using great physical strength or violence:

He once hit a teammate so forcefully that the poor guy flew backward into his locker.

He was treated disrespectfully and forcefully removed from the office.