Compulsive meaning

What does “compulsive” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“compulsive” is a noun and adjective with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things.

compulsive

noun

a person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things

adjective

caused by or suggestive of psychological compulsion
“compulsive drinking”
strongly motivated to succeed
Synonymsdetermined driven

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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