compulsion in Latin
compulsion in Latin is coactus — compulsion means a strong, often irrational urge to do something, even against one's better judgment.
compulsion in Latin
coactus
The use of authority, influence, or other power to force (compel) a person or persons to act.
What does "compulsion" mean?
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noun A strong, often irrational urge to do something, even against one's better judgment.
"He felt a sudden compulsion to check his phone every few minutes."
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noun The use of force or pressure to make someone act a certain way.
"The confession was obtained under compulsion."
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compulsion in a sentence
- He felt a sudden compulsion to check his phone every few minutes.
- The confession was obtained under compulsion.
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What is "compulsion" in Latin?
"compulsion" in Latin is coactus. compulsion means: A strong, often irrational urge to do something, even against one's better judgment.
How do you use "compulsion" in a sentence?
Example: "He felt a sudden compulsion to check his phone every few minutes." In Latin, "compulsion" is coactus.
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