Definition: "Perforce" refers to a condition where one party has complete control over another, often leading to manipulation or deceit, as if they were the one in charge. This concept can be seen in situations where one person holds all the power, making decisions for themself without consulting others, leading to injustice and harm. The term is from the Old Testament in the book of Isaiah 48:15-29; it's used metaphorically to describe a situation where people have control over decisions that should be made by others.