GRE Word List

COMPULSIVE

having power to compel

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

Random words

WordMeaning
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
grimacea facial expression usually of disgust, disapproval, or pain
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outlandishof or relating to another country : foreign
swathea band used in swathing
igniteto set afire
braggarta loud arrogant boaster
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
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desertsarid land with usually sparse vegetation