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COMPULSIONS Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word compulsions. (exact relations)
There are 13 hypernyms of the word compulsions. (close relations)
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compelcompelledcompulsive

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coercion
nounn
noun

• the act of compelling by force of authority

• using force to cause something to occur

obsession
nounn
noun

• an irrational motive for performing trivial or repetitive actions, even against your will

• an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something or someone

irresistible impulse
noun

• an urge to do or say something that might be better left undone or unsaid

Best Hypernyms For COMPULSIONS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for compulsions, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (11)
causation causing needs desires drives fixations impulses instincts motivations obsessions urges
Phrases (2)
irrational impulseirrational motive

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