GRE Word List

COMPULSIVE

having power to compel

The meaning of the word compulsive is having power to compel.

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WordMeaning
spoofdeceive
pitha usually continuous central strand of spongy tissue in the stems of most vascular plants that probably functions chiefly in storage
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
gobbleto swallow or eat greedily
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
overwroughtextremely excited : agitated
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe