compel
//kəmˈpɛl//
Verb
compelInfinitive
compelPresent tense
compelledPast tense
compelledPast participle
compellingPresent participle
compelsThird-person singular
1
To force or oblige someone to do something, often through authority, pressure, or necessity.
The heavy rain compelled us to cancel the outdoor event.
2
To bring about an action or feeling by irresistible force or influence.
Her story compelled me to take action.