The definition of coercion refers to the act of persuading or convincing someone to do something using force or other unethical means.
(noun)When you threaten someone harm if they do not sign a contract, this is an example of coercion.
See coercion in Webster's New World College Dictionary
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Origin: L coercio
See coercion in American Heritage Dictionary 4
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