Synonyms for Compulsion & Similar Words
Definition of compulsion
- noun
- an urge to do or say something that might be better left undone or unsaid; "he felt a compulsion to babble on about the accident"
- an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will; "her compulsion to wash her hands repeatedly"
- using force to cause something to occur; "though pressed into rugby under compulsion I began to enjoy the game"; "they didn't have to use coercion"
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Writing tips for "compulsion"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like coercion, obsession can replace "compulsion" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"Ram Vilas Paswan defends rail fare hike, terms it as 'compulsion'"
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