Meaning & Definition of Compel in English
English⟶
Compel
/kəmpɛl/
verb
1. Force somebody to do something
- "We compel all students to fill out this form"
synonym:
- compel,
- oblige,
- obligate
2. Necessitate or exact
- "The water shortage compels conservation"
synonym:
- compel
Examples of using
If you want to be respected by others the great thing is to respect yourself. Only by that, only by self-respect will you compel others to respect you.