Meaning of the word compulsion in English

What does compulsion mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

compulsion

US /kəmˈpʌl.ʃən/
UK /kəmˈpʌl.ʃən/

Noun

1.

a very strong feeling of wanting to do something repeatedly that is difficult to control:

Example:
For many people, dieting is a compulsion.
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