Compulsive
Compulsive adjective - Caused by or suggestive of an irresistible urge.
Obstinate and compulsive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Obstinate" instead an adjective "Compulsive".
Obstinate
Obstinate adjective - Sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion.
Compulsive and obstinate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Compulsive" instead an adjective "Obstinate".
Nearby Words: obstinacy, obstinately
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