GRE Word List

COMPULSIVE

having power to compel

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

Random words

WordMeaning
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
pragmaticrelating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic
extrapolationto predict by projecting past experience or known data
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
pana usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking)
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
institutionalizeto make into an institution : give character of an institution to
unrulynot readily ruled, disciplined, or managed