Compulsion

Synonyms of compulsion

• obligation
• constraint
• coercion

Antonyms of compulsion

• freedom
• choice
• volition

Collocations of compulsion

compulsion to control

Frequency: 70 %

His compulsion to control every situation often alienated those around him.

compulsion to repeat

Frequency: 60 %

She had a compulsion to repeat the same mistakes over and over again.

compulsion to check

Frequency: 50 %

His compulsion to check and recheck everything made him late for appointments.

compulsion to clean

Frequency: 45 %

Her compulsion to clean the house stemmed from her need for order and control.

Idiomatic Expressions for compulsion

• Phrase: under compulsion
  Meaning: being forced or obligated to do something against one's will
  Usage: She signed the contract under compulsion, as she had no other choice.