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compulsively

 

[ kəmˈpʌlsɪvli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

behavior

in a way that is difficult to resist or control; irresistibly

Synonyms

irresistibly, obsessively, uncontrollably

Examples of usage

  • She was compulsively checking her phone every few minutes.
  • He compulsively washed his hands multiple times a day.
Context #2 | Adverb

psychology

as a result of a compulsive disorder or impulse

Synonyms

instinctively, involuntarily, obsessively

Examples of usage

  • He felt compelled to repeat the action compulsively due to his OCD.
  • She ate compulsively as a coping mechanism for stress.

Translations

Translations of the word "compulsively" in other languages:

🇵🇹 compulsivamente

🇮🇳 बलपूर्वक

🇩🇪 zwanghaft

🇮🇩 secara kompulsif

🇺🇦 нав'язливо

🇵🇱 kompulsywnie

🇯🇵 強迫的に (きょうはくてきに)

🇫🇷 de manière compulsive

🇪🇸 compulsivamente

🇹🇷 zorlayıcı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 강박적으로 (gangbakjeogeuro)

🇸🇦 بشكل قهري

🇨🇿 nutkavě

🇸🇰 nutkavo

🇨🇳 强迫性地 (qiǎngpòxìng de)

🇸🇮 kompulzivno

🇮🇸 þrálát

🇰🇿 еріксізден

🇬🇪 იძულებით

🇦🇿 məcburi olaraq

🇲🇽 compulsivamente

Etymology

The word 'compulsively' is derived from the word 'compulsive', which originates from the Latin word 'compulsivus', meaning 'driven, forced'. The term 'compulsive' was first used in the early 17th century to describe actions or behaviors that are difficult to resist or control. Over time, the adverb 'compulsively' was formed to describe the manner in which these actions are performed. Today, 'compulsively' is commonly used in psychology and everyday language to convey a sense of uncontrollable urge or impulse.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,254 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.