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compel

The correct spelling is compel.

How to pronounce compel

/kəmˈpɛl/
verb

IPA: /kəmˈpɛl/

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The correct spelling is compel. To drive together, round up For example: "Logic compels the wise, while fools feel compelled by emotions."

Usage Examples

Logic compels the wise, while fools feel compelled by emotions.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To drive together, round up
  2. 2.To overpower; to subdue.
  3. 3.To force, constrain or coerce.
  4. 4.To exact, extort, (make) produce by force.
  5. 5.To force to yield; to overpower; to subjugate.

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