forceful

• Se dit d'une personne, d'une action ou d'un argument qui est fort, puissant et convaincant, capable d'imposer son autorité ou de produire un effet marquant.

Used to describe a person, action, or argument that is strong, powerful, and persuasive.

1. Full of strength or powerB2formal

   Characterized by or full of force or strength, often but not necessarily physical.

   plein de force, énergique

   • The boxer delivered a forceful punch to his opponent.
   • The wind was so forceful it knocked over the fence.
   • She made a forceful argument that convinced everyone.

   Synonymesassertivecommandingdynamicemphaticenergeticmightypotentpowerfulstrongvigorous

   Antonymesfeeblefrailimpotentpowerlessweakwimpish

2. Assertive and decisiveB2formal

   Forceful and definite in expression or action; showing strong conviction.

   énergique et résolu

   • He gave a forceful speech demanding justice.
   • Her forceful personality made her a natural leader.
   • The manager took forceful steps to resolve the conflict.

   Synonymesassertivecogentcompellingdecisivedetermineddynamicemphaticfirminsistentpotentresolutestrongvigorous

   Antonymesindecisiveirresolutepassivetimidweak