General antonyms:
* Force: To compel someone to do something against their will.
* Command: To give a direct order.
* Demand: To insist on something forcefully.
* Threaten: To intimidate someone into doing something.
* Reprimand: To criticize someone sternly.
* Discourage: To dissuade someone from doing something.
More specific antonyms:
* Deter: To prevent someone from doing something.
* Repel: To push someone away.
* Reject: To refuse something.
* Ignore: To pay no attention to someone or something.
* Abandon: To leave someone or something behind.
Example:
* Coax: "I coaxed the dog to come inside."
* Antonym: "I forced the dog to come inside."
The best antonym will depend on the specific situation and the intended meaning.