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compel
[ kuhm-pel ]
verb (used with object)
- to force or drive, especially to a course of action:
His disregard of the rules compels us to dismiss him.
Synonyms: , ,
- to secure or bring about by force.
- to force to submit; subdue.
Synonyms: ,
- to overpower.
- Archaic. to drive together; unite by force; herd.
verb (used without object)
- to use force.
- to have a powerful and irresistible effect, influence, etc.
compel
/ əˈɛ /
verb
- to cause (someone) by force (to be or do something)
- to obtain by force; exact
to compel obedience
- to overpower or subdue
- archaic.to herd or drive together
Derived Forms
- dzˈ, noun
- dzˈ, adjective
- dzˈ, adverb
Other Word Forms
- dz··· adjective
- dz··· adverb
- dz··Գ adjective
- dz·· noun
- dz··Բ· adverb
- ·dz· verb (used with object) precompelled precompelling
- un·dz··· adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of compel1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Their shared vitriol is palpable and terribly compelling, especially as they navigate this season in the arms of their respective new partners.
Sometimes these interviews are voluntary and other times they are compelled.
As it is not licenced by the GBGB, Thornton has not been compelled to keep a record of injuries and adhere to safety standards.
She said the statutory inquiry "will have the power to compel witnesses" and "must be thorough in its assessment of the facts".
He was one half of one of the most compelling rivalries of recent years, suffering a shock loss to Liverpudlian Liam Smith two months after his cancelled fight with Benn.
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