Word Type

Noun

The word "compulsion" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

compulsion loop compulsional compulsionary noncompulsion

Etymologically Related To

compel

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

causation causing irrational impulse irrational motive

Type Of (IsA)

causing irrational impulse irrational motive

Related Terms

compulsive compulsory

Related Terms

administration authority compel compulsive compulsory influence irrational irresistible lawful perform power violence

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