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- [kuh m-pel-ing]
- /kəmˈpɛl ɪŋ/
- /kəmˈpel.ɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kuh m-pel-ing]
- /kəmˈpɛl ɪŋ/
Definitions of compelling word
- adjective compelling A compelling argument or reason is one that convinces you that something is true or that something should be done. 3
- adjective compelling If you describe something such as a film or book, or someone's appearance, as compelling, you mean you want to keep looking at it or reading it because you find it so interesting. 3
- adjective compelling arousing or denoting strong interest, esp admiring interest 3
- adjective compelling (of an argument, evidence, etc) convincing 3
- adjective compelling that compels 3
- adjective compelling irresistibly or keenly interesting, attractive, etc.; captivating 3
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Origin of compelling
First appearance:
before 1490 One of the 26% oldest English words
First recorded in 1490-1500; compel + -ing2
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Parts of speech for Compelling
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
compelling popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
compelling usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for compelling
adj compelling
- fascinating — of great interest or attraction; enchanting; charming; captivating: a fascinating story; fascinating jewelry.
- compulsory — If something is compulsory, you must do it or accept it, because it is the law or because someone in a position of authority says you must.
- forcible — done or effected by force: forcible entry into a house.
- imperative — imperative language
- coercive — Coercive measures are intended to force people to do something that they do not want to do.
adjective compelling
- convincing — If you describe someone or something as convincing, you mean that they make you believe that a particular thing is true, correct, or genuine.
- persuasive — able, fitted, or intended to persuade: a very persuasive argument.
- gripping — holding the attention or interest intensely; fascinating; enthralling: a gripping play; a gripping book.
- captivating — Someone or something that is captivating fascinates or attracts you.
- absorbing — An absorbing task or activity interests you a great deal and takes up all your attention and energy.
Antonyms for compelling
adj compelling
- optional — left to one's choice; not required or mandatory: Formal dress is optional.
- discretional — discretionary.
adjective compelling
- unconvincing — persuading or assuring by argument or evidence: They gave a convincing demonstration of the car's safety features.
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