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Compulsively Definition & Meaning

compulsively
adverb
  1. in a compulsive manner; "he cleaned his shoes compulsively after every walk"

"Compulsively" in song lyrics

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  • "lied compulsively"
    AOL — AOL
  • "lie compulsively"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does compulsively mean?
in a compulsive manner; "he cleaned his shoes compulsively after every walk"
What part of speech is compulsively?
Compulsively is an adverb.

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