English

Adjective

compulsive ‎(comparative more compulsive, superlative most compulsive)

1. uncontrolled or reactive and unconscious
   • 1990, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990:

     Under this Act, the term "disability" shall not include—...(2) compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania; or...

2. Having power to compel; exercising or applying compulsion.
   • Sharp

     Religion is […] inconsistent with all compulsive motives.

Related terms

• compel
• compulsion
• compulsory

Derived terms

• compulsiveness

Translations

Noun

compulsive ‎(plural compulsives)

1. One who exhibits compulsive behaviours.

French

Adjective

compulsive

1. feminine singular of compulsif

Italian

Adjective

compulsive

1. feminine plural of compulsivo