Meaning Of The Word Compulsion

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Compulsion Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Compulsion?

compulsion
A compulsion is a strong desire to do something, which you find difficult to control.
uncountable noun: If someone uses compulsion in order to get you to do something, they force you to do it, for example by threatening to punish you if you do not do it.

compulsion in American English
a compelling or being compelled; coercion; constraint
noun: the act of compelling; constraint; coercion

compulsion in British English
noun: the act of compelling or the state of being compelled

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