coercing definition
tr.v. coÂ·erced, coÂ·ercÂ·ing, coÂ·ercÂ·es. 1  1. To pressure, intimidate, or force (someone) into doing something. See Synonyms at force. 2  2. To bring about or gain by pressure, threat, or force: coerced agreement among the parties; coerced a confession from the suspect.