compel
/kəmˈpel/
com · pel
kəm · ˈpel
English Definition
v. force, require
Significado en Español
obligar, forzar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bắt buộc, ép buộc
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
com(together)+pel(push)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “compel”.
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A
force
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B
deny
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C
argue
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D
observe
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A — force.
“compel” means v. force, require
Common questions about “compel”
What does “compel” mean?
compel — v. force, require. In Chinese: 强迫，迫使.
How do you pronounce “compel”?
compel is pronounced /kəmˈpel/. It breaks into 2 syllables: com · pel.
Is “compel” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. compel appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “compel”?
com(together)+pel(push)
