August 30, 2026

compel

/kəmˈpɛl/verb

To force into a group or drive together; to round up.

Example sentence

“The dogs compelled the scattered sheep toward the gate.”

This herding sense is archaic. Modern 'compel' means to force: circumstances compel a choice, and courts compel testimony.

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Related words

compellingTo force together or into one place; to round up.compassionateGranted specially because of a serious family situation, such as an illness or a death.competeTo take part in a contest and try to win something, such as a prize or position, that others also want.compassionA strong feeling of sympathy for people who are suffering, together with a wish to help them.