compeller

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Definitions of compeller word

verb with object compeller to force or drive, especially to a course of action: His disregard of the rules compels us to dismiss him. 1
verb with object compeller to secure or bring about by force. 1
verb with object compeller to force to submit; subdue. 1
verb with object compeller to overpower. 1
verb with object compeller Archaic. to drive together; unite by force; herd. 1
verb without object compeller to use force. 1

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English compellen (< Anglo-French) < Latin compellere to crowd, force, equivalent to com- com- + pellere to push, drive

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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