GRE Word List

COMPULSIVE

having power to compel

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

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whima capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy
haphazardmarked by lack of plan, order, or direction
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
psychiatrista medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders : a specialist in psychiatry
pariaha member of a low caste of southern India
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
raconteura person who excels in telling anecdotes
archetypethe original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype