GRE Word List

COMPULSIVE

having power to compel

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

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WordMeaning
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
irrevocablenot possible to revoke : unalterable
appallto overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
purgeto clear of guilt
salientmoving by leaps or springs : jumping
dissentto withhold assent or approval
heterogeneousconsisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents : mixed
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest
heydaythe period of one's greatest popularity, vigor, or prosperity