Compel (Verb)
Meaning 1
Necessitate or exact; "the water shortage compels conservation".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- Unforeseen financial difficulties now compel her to take on a second job to support her family's needs.
- Environmental regulations often compel companies to adapt to more sustainable practices.
- The magnitude of the crisis compels international communities to provide immediate aid and assistance.
- Moral obligations compel many to volunteer their time to charitable organizations.
- Government laws compel car manufacturers to adhere to strict safety and emission standards.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Force somebody to do something; "We compel all students to fill out this form".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- We compel all students to fill out this form before the semester begins.
- New regulations will compel all businesses to comply with stricter environmental guidelines.
- The law compels employers to provide a safe working environment for their employees.
- The new policy will compel all drivers to obtain liability insurance before registering their vehicles.
- A court order may compel the defendant to testify in the trial.