Compulsive

a.

1.

Having power to compel; exercising or applying compulsion. Religion is . . . inconsistent with all compulsive motives. - Sharp.

Noun	1.	compulsive - a person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things
Adj.	1.	compulsive - caused by or suggestive of psychological compulsion; "compulsive drinking"
	2.	compulsive - strongly motivated to succeed Synonyms: driven, determined

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