compel

[kuhm-pel] / kəmˈpɛl /

VERB

force to act

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constrain enforce exact impel necessitate oblige urge

STRONG

bulldoze coerce concuss dragoon drive hustle make restrain squeeze

WEAK

crack down make necessary put the arm on put the chill on shotgun throw weight around turn on the heat

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dissuade

STRONG

discourage halt leave alone stop

WEAK

block check delay deter hinder impede obstruct

Example Sentences

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A royal commission has broad powers to investigate, the ability to summon witnesses and compel agencies to produce documents.

From BBC

Jupiter has nearly 100 known moons, but Europa continues to stand out as one of the most compelling.

From Science Daily

Arcuri was compelled to hike his price target after meeting with members of management earlier this week.

From Barron's

To some, this broadening of focus makes D-Wave a more compelling contender in the quantum space.

From Barron's