expression, ichidan verb
be forced to; have no choice but to
Passive expression indicating that circumstances compel someone to do or undergo something against their will. Often used in formal or written contexts.
悪天候のため、試合の中止を余儀なくされた。
Due to bad weather, we were forced to cancel the game.
不況で多くの企業が人員削減を余儀なくされている。
The recession has forced many companies to reduce their workforce.