GRE Word List

COMPULSIVE

having power to compel

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

Random words

WordMeaning
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
capsizeto cause to overturn
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
confidentialmarked by intimacy or willingness to confide
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse