coact Meaning & Definition
/kəʊˈakt/
What Does Coact Mean?
As a verb, coact means To compel, constrain, force. As an adjective, it means Forced, constrained, done under compulsion.
Coact at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /kəʊˈakt/ |
| Comparative / superlative | more coact, most coact |
| Verb forms | coacts, coacting, coacted |
Coact Definition (Verb)
- To compel, constrain, force.
Coact as an Adjective
- Forced, constrained, done under compulsion.
Verb
- To work together.
Synonyms of Coact
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Coact synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
coact (third-person singular simple present coacts, present participle coacting, simple past and past participle coacted)
coact (comparative more coact, superlative most coact)
Words That Rhyme With Coact
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Origin of Coact
Origin 1: From the participle stem of Latin cōgō.
Origin 2: From co- + act.
Coact: Your Questions Answered
Is coact a verb or an adjective?
Coact is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the past tense of coact?
The past tense of coact is coacted. The present participle is coacting.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of coact?
The comparative form is more coact and the superlative form is most coact.