compelled

[kəmˈpeld]

compelled Definition

• 1. force or oblige (someone) to do something
• 2. bring about (something) by the use of force or pressure

Using compelled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "compelled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I felt compelled to help him.

• Example

  The evidence compelled a change in policy.

• Example

  The new circumstances compelled us to reconsider our options.

compelled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for compelled

• oblige
• coerce
• pressure
• drive
• force

Phrases with compelled

• compelled speech

  forcing someone to say something they don't believe in or agree with

  Example

  The law requiring the use of certain pronouns is seen as an example of compelled speech.

• compelled testimony

  testimony given under duress or threat of punishment

  Example

  The court ruled that the defendant's compelled testimony was inadmissible as evidence.

• compelled disclosure

  the act of being forced to reveal information that one would prefer to keep private

  Example

  The company was required to make a compelled disclosure of its financial records.

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Summary: compelled in Brief

'Compelled' [kəmˈpeld] means to force or oblige someone to do something, or to bring about something through force or pressure. It can be used in legal contexts, such as 'compelled testimony,' or in everyday situations, like 'I felt compelled to help him.'