forcefulness

Definitions of forcefulness
  1. noun
    physical energy or intensity
    “a government has not the vitality and forcefulness of a living man”
    synonyms: force, strength
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    brunt
    main force of a blow, etc,
    impulse, momentum
    an impelling force or strength
    energy, vigor, vigour, zip
    forceful exertion
    athleticism, strenuosity
    intense energy
    type of:
    intensity, intensiveness
    high level or degree; the property of being intense
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