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Meaning of compelling

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

compelling

Pronunciation:/kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To drive together, round up

  2. To overpower; to subdue.

  3. To force, constrain or coerce.

    Example: Logic compels the wise, while fools feel compelled by emotions.

  4. To exact, extort, (make) produce by force.

noun

Definitions

  1. An act of compulsion; an obliging somebody to do something.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Strongly or irresistibly evoking interest or attention.

    Example: There are compelling reasons why a manager should have previous experience.

  2. Forceful.

    Example: The politician had compelling ambition.