Definitions
- Referring to something that is done against one's will or desire. - Describing a situation where someone is coerced or compelled to do something they don't want to do. - Talking about a situation where someone has no choice but to do something, often due to external pressure or circumstances.
- Describing a strong urge or motivation to do something. - Referring to a situation where someone feels obligated or duty-bound to do something. - Talking about a situation where someone is driven by internal or external factors to take a particular action.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a situation where someone is doing something they may not necessarily want to do.
- 2Both words imply some level of pressure or obligation to act.
- 3Both words can be used to describe actions that are not entirely voluntary.
What is the difference?
- 1Volition: Forced implies a lack of choice or free will, while compelled suggests a willingness or desire to act.
- 2Connotation: Forced has a negative connotation and suggests coercion or violence, while compelled has a more positive connotation and suggests a sense of duty or responsibility.
- 3Intensity: Forced implies a stronger level of pressure or obligation than compelled.
- 4Usage: Forced is more commonly used in negative contexts, while compelled can be used in both positive and negative contexts.
Remember this!
While forced and compelled share some similarities, they differ in their origin, volition, connotation, intensity, and usage. Forced implies an external force or pressure, a lack of choice or free will, and has a negative connotation. On the other hand, compelled suggests an internal drive or motivation, a willingness or desire to act, and has a more positive connotation. In general, forced is used in negative contexts, while compelled can be used in both positive and negative contexts.
