Compulsive
Compulsive adjective - Caused by or suggestive of an irresistible urge.
Established and compulsive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Established" instead an adjective "Compulsive".
Established
Established adjective - Brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established.
Compulsive and established are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Compulsive" instead an adjective "Established".
Nearby Words: establishment, establishing
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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And don't worry, he's very trustworthy... A compulsive gambler with a well-established (and hilarious) losing streak.
Source: Film / Down Periscope
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