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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

compulsiveness

/kɒmplʌsɪvnɛs/ noun · British & US
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What does compulsiveness mean?

noun

A strong and persistent desire to do something repeatedly or follow a particular routine, often to the point of being excessive or compulsive. This can be a characteristic of obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Example

"Her compulsiveness about cleaning the house was starting to affect her relationships with her family."

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