Compulsive
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kəmˈpʌlsɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Compulsive is an adjective meaning Uncontrolled or reactive and irresistible.
Meaning
Uncontrolled or reactive and irresistible.
More Meanings
- Having power to compel; exercising or applying compulsion.
- One who exhibits compulsive behaviours.
Example Sentences
Religion is […] inconsistent with all compulsive Motives.
Jenny is a compulsive liar—don't believe a thing she says.
Call it impulsive, call it compulsive, call it insane / But when I'm surrounded I just can't stop
Under this Act, the term "disability" shall not include—...(2) compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania; or[…]
Word Forms
- compulsives
Synonyms for compulsive
Depending on context, synonyms include ambitious, determined, driven, neurotic, psychoneurotic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include driven, ambitious, determined, neurotic, psychoneurotic, obsessive.
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