compulsion
nounHow many syllables in compulsion?
There are 3 syllables in the word compulsion.Divide compulsion into syllables:
com · pul · sion
How to pronounce compulsion:
Definition of compulsion:
- compulsion (noun):
- an act of compelling
- the state of being compelled
- an irresistible urge to perform some action
- an urge to do or say something that might be better left undone or unsaid.
Synonyms for compulsion:
arm-twisting
coercion
constraint
drive
duress
fear
force
intimidation
irresistible impulse
necessity
need
obsession
preoccupation
pressure
stress
threat
urge
violence
Antonyms for compulsion:
ability
autonomy
breathing room
breathing space
capability
capacity
carte blanche
choice
complete freedom
convenience
discretion
facility
flexibility
free rein
free will
freedom
independence
latitude
leeway
liberation
liberty
licence
license
opportunity
peace
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