compulsion
Translation
compulsion, urge, obligation
Examples
He felt a compulsion to check the locks again.
He felt a compulsion to check the locks again.
She buys things under compulsion.
She buys things under compulsion.
Grammar Patterns
a compulsion ((to do sth.)) an irresistible urge to do sth. He has a compulsion to wash his hands.
under compulsion being forced to do sth. He signed the contract under compulsion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: urge, obsession, obligation
Etymology
From Latin 'com-' (thoroughly) + 'pellere' (to drive). The state of being driven to do something.
Memory Tips
Think of the verb 'to compel', which means to force. A compulsion is a force or urge that makes you do something.