Synonyms for

Compelled

Verb / kʌˈmpeld / Another word for compelled — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to force or oblige (someone) to do something

Synonyms & similar words

compel oblige obligate force obligate coerce pressure require demand drive push urge impel motivate induce persuade influence prevail constrain restrain bind necessitate incur

Synonyms by register

Formal

obligated required constrained necessitated

Informal

forced pushed made to had to

Literary

urged driven impelled

Antonyms

free voluntary unforced willing unrestrained unobligated

Common collocations

  • compelled to act
  • compelled by circumstances
  • compelled to admit
  • compelled to resign
  • compelled to do something
  • compelled to agree
  • compelled to flee

Word family

noun compulsion
verb compel
adjective compulsory

Usage note

Often used with 'to' followed by a verb, indicating a lack of choice. Can imply external pressure or an internal moral obligation.

Example sentences

  1. She felt compelled to apologize for her mistake.
  2. The law compelled him to pay a fine.
  3. I was compelled to attend the meeting.
  4. The urgent situation compelled him to act quickly.
  5. The evidence compelled the jury to reach a guilty verdict.

Quotes

  • “The best way to escape from a problem is to solve it.” - Alan Saporta
  • “We are not creatures of circumstance; we are creators of circumstance.” - Benjamin Disraeli
  • “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” - Nelson Mandela

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