compel (EN)verb
verb “compel”
infinitive compel ; he compels ; past tense compelled ; past part. compelled ; ger. compelling
- to make someone do something because it is necessary Sign up to see the translation of definitions and examples into any language.The teacher's strict rules
compelled the students to complete their homework on time. - to make people have a specific reaction or feeling The bright colors of the painting
compelled the attention of everyone in the room.