COMPULSIVE
compulsive, determined, driven
(adjective) strongly motivated to succeed
compulsive
(adjective) caused by or suggestive of psychological compulsion; “compulsive drinking”
compulsive
(noun) a person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
compulsive (comparative more compulsive, superlative most compulsive)
Uncontrolled or reactive and irresistible.
Having power to compel; exercising or applying compulsion.
Noun
compulsive (plural compulsives)
One who exhibits compulsive behaviours.
Source: Wiktionary
Com*pul"sive, a.
Definition: Having power to compel; exercising or applying compulsion. Religion is . . . inconsistent with all compulsive motives. Sharp.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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