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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