Compelled
Pronunciation: /kəmˈpɛld/
Compelled (verb)
- made to do something because of pressure or necessity
- felt a strong need to do something due to influence or persuasion
Examples
- She felt compelled to apologize after the misunderstanding.
- He was compelled to leave the room due to the noise.
Common collocations: compelled to act, compelled by law, compelled by emotion, compelled by circumstances