COMPULSIVELY

compulsively, obsessively, obsessionally

(adverb) in a compulsive manner; “he cleaned his shoes compulsively after every walk”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

compulsively (comparative more compulsively, superlative most compulsively)

In a compulsive manner; obsessively.

Source: Wiktionary


Com*pul"sive*ly, adv.

Definition: By compulsion; by force.

COMPULSIVE

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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Word of the Day

13 February 2025

BREAK

(verb) cause the failure or ruin of; “His peccadilloes finally broke his marriage”; “This play will either make or break the playwright”


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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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