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.
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