Compulsive

Synonyms of compulsive

• irresistible
• addictive
• obsessive

Antonyms of compulsive

• deliberate
• voluntary
• optional

Collocations of compulsive

compulsive behavior

Frequency: 80 %

His compulsive behavior often got him into trouble.

compulsive gambling

Frequency: 75 %

His compulsive gambling addiction drained his savings.

compulsive liar

Frequency: 70 %

She was known as a compulsive liar among her friends.

compulsive eating

Frequency: 65 %

Her compulsive eating habits led to weight gain.

compulsive cleaning

Frequency: 60 %

Her compulsive cleaning tendencies kept her house spotless.

Idiomatic Expressions for compulsive

• Phrase: compulsive behavior
  Meaning: repetitive behavior that a person feels compelled to perform
  Usage: His compulsive behavior of checking the locks multiple times before leaving the house is a sign of OCD.