forceful
/ˈfɔɹsfəl/adjective
Strong and assertive; able to apply physical power or persuasive pressure.
Example sentences
- “Her forceful speech convinced the board to change its decision.”
- “As a forceful leader, she rarely backed down in negotiations.”
Usually praise for speakers, arguments, and personalities. Distinguish it from 'forcible', which describes physical force, as in forcible entry.