GRE Word List

COMPULSIVE

having power to compel

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

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WordMeaning
averto declare positively
medleya musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces
dripto let fall in drops
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
pivotalof, relating to, or constituting a pivot
untowarddifficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly
aperturean opening or open space : hole
unkemptnot combed
disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating