The warring communities were coerced into negotiating a settlement

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

The warring communities were coerced into negotiating a settlement

A. driven
B. compelled
C. persuaded
D. pressured

Correct Answer:

Option C – persuaded

Explanation

coerced; obtain (something) from someone by using force or threats.

persuaded; provide a sound reason for (someone) to do something.