GRE Word List

COMPULSIVE

having power to compel

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

Random words

WordMeaning
ramparta protective barrier : bulwark
premeditateto think about and revolve in the mind beforehand
mobilecapable of moving or being moved : movable
decrepitwasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age
squabblea noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters
hedonista person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism
recastto cast again
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
provenanceorigin
husbandrythe cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture