Definition

Having little or no strength or power; weak.

Example

The forceless argument failed to convince anyone in the debate.

Conversation

I felt really forceless during the game yesterday.

Yeah, I noticed you seemed a bit off your game.

I think my energy was just forceless from the start.

No worries, we all have those days sometimes!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Forceless → It is formed from "force" (from Old French *forse*, meaning strength or power) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "forceless" means lacking strength or power.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') 'strength' ('force') — that's why forceless means lacking strength.

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