GRE Word List

COMPULSION

an act of compelling

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

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WordMeaning
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
clapto strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise
waketo be or remain awake
censurea judgment involving condemnation
sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
poreto gaze intently
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
disavowalto deny responsibility for : repudiate
egotismexcessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun
compromisesettlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions