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compelling

gb/kəmpˈɛlɪŋ/ us/kəmpˈɛlɪŋ/
B2 إنجليزي
~ 9700
المعاني
0 معنى
adjective B2 property
1

very interesting and attention-grabbing

Very interesting in a strong way, so you want to keep watching, reading, or listening.

نمط الاستخدام: [something] is compelling
غلطة شائعة:
Learners sometimes use "compelling" when they only mean "nice" or "a bit interesting". "Compelling" is stronger and suggests that something powerfully holds your attention. Also, avoid saying *"I am compelling to this movie"*; instead say "This movie is compelling" or "I find this movie compelling."
مرادفات
captivating (Emphasizes holding someone’s attention in a charming or fascinating way; slightly more emotional or romantic in tone.) | gripping (Very similar, but often used more for exciting or suspenseful stories, especially in films and books.)
أضداد
boring (Describes something that fails to hold attention, the opposite of what makes something compelling in this sense.) | dull (Suggests a lack of interest or excitement, directly contrasting the strong interest of something compelling.)
تراكيب شائعة
compelling story |compelling narrative |compelling character |compelling performance |compelling content |compelling drama
مواضيع
media |emotions |communication |arts_entertainment
أمثلة
  • The documentary was so compelling that I watched all three episodes in one night.
  • She delivered a compelling performance that kept the audience silent from start to finish.
  • It’s a compelling novel, full of complex characters and surprising turns.
  • The first ten minutes weren’t very compelling, but then the film became much more engaging.
  • He has a compelling presence on stage that makes it hard to look away.
أمثلة للمتعلمين
  • The movie was very compelling, so we did not look at our phones.
  • I found her talk compelling and wanted to hear more.
  • This book is compelling; I read it in one day.
  • The speaker’s voice was calm but compelling.
  • The game is compelling because the story is strong.
adjective C1 property
2

strongly convincing or persuasive

Very strong and easy to believe, so it makes people agree or change their mind.

نمط الاستخدام: [something] is a compelling [argument/reason/case]
غلطة شائعة:
Learners sometimes say *"so much compelling"* instead of "very compelling" or "so compelling". Also, "compelling" usually describes things like arguments, reasons, evidence, or cases, not people directly. Say "He gave a compelling argument", not *"He is a compelling to me"* in this sense.
مرادفات
persuasive (General word for making people agree; "compelling" suggests an even stronger, harder-to-resist effect.) | convincing (Very close in meaning; "compelling" often adds a sense of urgency or great strength.)
أضداد
unconvincing (Describes arguments or reasons that fail to persuade, the direct opposite of compelling in this sense.) | weak (Used for arguments or evidence that lack strength or support, contrasting with the force of a compelling argument.)
تراكيب شائعة
compelling argument |compelling reason |compelling evidence |compelling case |compelling example |compelling justification
مواضيع
communication |law |business |education
أمثلة
  • She made a compelling argument for investing in renewable energy.
  • There is compelling evidence that the policy has reduced crime.
  • We need a more compelling reason before changing the company’s strategy.
  • His lawyer presented a compelling case that raised serious doubts about his guilt.
  • The data provides compelling support for the researchers’ theory.
أمثلة للمتعلمين
  • The teacher gave a compelling reason to start the project now.
  • They showed compelling evidence that the product is safe.
  • Her email was compelling, so I decided to join the team.
  • We do not have a compelling argument to spend more money.
  • The article gives a compelling case for studying abroad.
adjective C1 property
3

strong and urgent, hard to resist

Very strong and urgent, so you feel you must act and cannot easily say no.

نمط الاستخدام: [someone] feels a compelling [need/urge] to [do something]
غلطة شائعة:
Learners sometimes confuse this with simply "important" or "big". "Compelling" here suggests that the need or reason almost forces an action. Also, do not say *"I am compelling to go"*; instead say "I feel a compelling need to go" or "I feel compelled to go" (using the passive verb form).
مرادفات
overpowering (Suggests a very strong, almost uncontrollable force, especially for emotions or urges.) | irresistible (Focuses on the feeling that you cannot stop yourself; can sometimes sound less formal or more emotional.)
أضداد
weak (Describes a low level of need or pressure, which can be easily ignored, unlike a compelling need.) | optional (Suggests there is no strong need or obligation, the opposite of a compelling need or obligation.)
تراكيب شائعة
compelling need |compelling urge |compelling desire |compelling obligation |compelling circumstances |compelling pressure
مواضيع
emotions |psychology |society |core_vocabulary
أمثلة
  • She felt a compelling need to return to her hometown.
  • There is no compelling reason to change the current plan.
  • Compelling circumstances forced them to leave the country.
  • He had a compelling urge to check his phone every few minutes.
  • Only in compelling cases will the judge reduce the sentence.
أمثلة للمتعلمين
  • I have a compelling need to rest this weekend.
  • They moved for compelling personal reasons.
  • There is no compelling reason to quit your job now.
  • She felt a compelling urge to call her mother.
  • The company acted because of compelling financial pressure.
فعل C1 action
4

forcing someone to do something

Making someone do something, using force, rules, or strong pressure.

نمط الاستخدام: [someone] is compelling [someone] to [do something]
غلطة شائعة:
Learners sometimes confuse "compelling" (the -ing verb form of "compel") with the adjective meaning "interesting". In sentences like "The movie is compelling", it is an adjective, not a verb form. For the verb meaning, you usually mention who is making whom do what: "They are compelling him to sign".
مرادفات
forcing (Very close in meaning; "forcing" is more common in everyday speech, while "compelling" can sound slightly more formal or legal.)
أضداد
allowing (Suggests giving someone freedom to choose, the opposite of compelling them to act.) | permitting (Emphasizes giving permission rather than using pressure or force.)
تراكيب شائعة
compelling someone to act |compelling obedience |compelling payment |compelling attendance |compelling disclosure |compelling performance of a duty
مواضيع
law |society |power |work
أمثلة
  • They are compelling residents to leave the area for safety reasons.
  • The court is compelling the company to release the internal documents.
  • Social norms are compelling him to follow a career path he does not really want.
أمثلة للمتعلمين
  • The law is compelling drivers to wear seat belts.
  • Her parents are compelling her to study medicine.
  • The contract is compelling the company to pay a fine.
القواعد
الصيغة المعجمية
compelling
IPA
GB/kəmpˈɛlɪŋ/
US/kəmpˈɛlɪŋ/
المقاطع والنبر
com - pel - ling (٣ مقاطع)
Stress on 2nd syllable (pel)
تصريفات الكلمة
Adjective
  • Base: compelling
عيلة الكلمة
Core family
compel verb C1 compulsion noun C1 compellingly adverb C1
Related words
compulsory adjective B2 compulsive adjective B2 compulsively adverb
Negative and opposite forms
uncompelling adjective
Advanced or less common
compulsorily adverb
تعبيرات

a compelling argument

1
/ə kəmpˈɛlɪŋ ˈɑɹɡjəmənt/
fixed phrase

a very strong, persuasive argument

An argument that is so strong and clear that it is very hard to disagree with it.

أمثلة
  • She made a compelling argument for increasing the budget.
  • That is a compelling argument, and it changed my mind.

a compelling case for

1
/ə kəmpˈɛlɪŋ kˈeɪs fɚ/
fixed phrase formal

a strong set of reasons for something

Many strong reasons that clearly support an idea, plan, or change.

أمثلة
  • The report makes a compelling case for investing in public transport.
  • They presented a compelling case for changing the law.

a compelling need to

1
/ə kəmpˈɛlɪŋ nˈid tə/
fixed phrase

a very strong, urgent need to act

A very strong and urgent need to do something, that feels hard to ignore.

أمثلة
  • He felt a compelling need to apologize.
  • There is a compelling need to reduce our energy use.

a compelling reason

1
/ə kəmpˈɛlɪŋ ɹˈizən/
fixed phrase

a very strong reason

A very good and important reason that makes an action feel necessary.

أمثلة
  • Do you have a compelling reason for being late?
  • We need a compelling reason before we cancel the event.

compelling evidence

1
/kəmpˈɛlɪŋ ˈɛvədəns/
fixed phrase

very strong and convincing evidence

Information or facts that are so strong that almost everyone will believe them.

أمثلة
  • The report provides compelling evidence that the drug is effective.
  • There is compelling evidence linking the company to the scandal.
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