1. done against someone’s will; compelled or coerced
2. artificial or unnatural; lacking spontaneity
3. done with great effort or under pressure

Examples

• The prisoners were subjected to forced labor.
• His forced smile couldn’t hide his disappointment.
• The company made a forced landing due to engine trouble.
• She gave a forced laugh at his unfunny joke.
• The refugees faced forced relocation from their homes.
• His apology seemed forced and insincere.
• The team made a forced march through the night.