forceful
UK/'fɔːsfʊl/US/'fɒ:sful/
C2
Definitions
adj.
Expressing opinions or using energy in a strong, assertive, convincing way
强有力的；坚定有力的；有说服力的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedforce ('strength') + -ful ('full of') = full of force. Usually applied to people and the way they speak or act — a forceful leader, a forceful argument — meaning strong and assertive rather than physically violent.
Root forc still carries 40 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
She made a forceful argument that convinced the whole committee.
- 2.
He is a forceful personality who rarely backs down.
- 3.
The president gave a forceful response to the criticism.