Associations to the word «Compulsive»

Wiktionary

COMPULSIVE, adjective. Uncontrolled or reactive and unconscious
COMPULSIVE, adjective. Having power to compel; exercising or applying compulsion.
COMPULSIVE, noun. One who exhibits compulsive behaviours.

Dictionary definition

COMPULSIVE, noun. A person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things.
COMPULSIVE, adjective. Caused by or suggestive of psychological compulsion; "compulsive drinking".
COMPULSIVE, adjective. Strongly motivated to succeed.

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy