Compulsive and Tedious

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Compulsive adjective - Caused by or suggestive of an irresistible urge.

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Tedious is an antonym for compulsive.

Tedious adjective - Causing weariness, restlessness, or lack of interest.

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Compulsive is an antonym for tedious.

Nearby Words: tedium, tediously

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