Sekirov Dictionary

compulsive

/kəmˈpʌlsɪv/

adjective 2
noun 1
forms 3

adjective2

•
Uncontrolled or reactive and irresistible.
- Jenny is a compulsive liar—don't believe a thing she says.
•
Having power to compel; exercising or applying compulsion.
- Religion is […] inconsistent with all compulsive Motives. — 1729

noun1

One who exhibits compulsive behaviours.

forms

compulsives · more compulsive · most compulsive

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