1. in a manner that involves or uses force, pressure, or threats to compel someone to do something against their will
Usage: formal; often used in legal or academic contexts

Examples

• The suspect was coercibly detained without a warrant.
• She argued that the confession was obtained coercibly and should be inadmissible in court.
• The government coercibly relocated families from the flood zone.
• He claimed the contract was signed coercibly under threat of legal action.
• The witness testified that she was coercibly prevented from leaving the room.