GRE Word List

COMPULSION

an act of compelling

The meaning of the word compulsion is an act of compelling.

Random words

WordMeaning
solitudethe quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
marginthe part of a page or sheet outside the main body of printed or written matter
invoketo petition for help or support
exultto be extremely joyful : rejoice
poignancythe quality or state of being poignant
rarefiedbeing less dense
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
dissonancelack of agreement