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Definition of noncoercively

noncoercively

/ˌnɑːn.koʊˈɜːr.sɪv.li/
non · co · er · cive · ly

Adjective:noncoercive
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• adverb

1

In a manner that relies on voluntary agreement, persuasion, or cooperation rather than using force, threats, or intimidation.

Example

"The international committee aimed to resolve the border dispute noncoercively through extensive diplomatic dialogue."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed by adding the negative prefix 'non-' to 'coercively', which traces back to the Latin 'coercere' (to enclose, confine, or restrain) via the root 'coerce', appended with '-ive' and '-ly'.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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