힘이나 협박을 사용하여 어떤 일을 하도록 강요하거나 억압하다.
To persuade or compel an unwilling person to do something by using force, intimidation, or threats.
예문:
"The witness was coerced into giving a false statement by the corrupt officer."
"Governments should not coerce citizens into following specific religious practices."
무력이나 위협을 통해 자백이나 합의 등을 강제로 얻어내다.
To obtain something, such as a confession or agreement, by using force or threats.
예문:
"The investigators were accused of using sleep deprivation to coerce a confession."
"The landlord tried to coerce an early exit from the tenants by cutting off the water."
공포나 불안감을 이용하여 타인을 지배하거나 마음대로 움직이다.
To control or dominate someone by exploiting their fear or anxiety.
예문:
"He used his position of power to coerce his subordinates into silence."
"The cult leader coerced his followers by exploiting their personal traumas."