Forcibly and Readily

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Forcibly adverb - In a vigorous and forceful manner.

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Readily is an antonym for forcibly.

Nearby Words: force, forceful, forced, forcible, forcefully

Readily adverb - By choice or preference.

Usage example: she would readily give up piano lessons for a season ticket at her local ski area

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Forcibly is an antonym for readily.

Nearby Words: ready, readiness

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