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Compulsion
Noun
Definitions
1.
Noun
An irrational need or irresistible urge to perform some action, often despite negative consequences.
"During the basketball game, I had a sudden compulsion to have a smoke."
2.
Noun
The use of authority, influence, or other power to force (compel) a person or persons to act.
3.
Noun
The lawful use of violence (i.e. by the administration).
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