Como Pronunciar "compulsives"

word

kəmˈpəɫsɪv

kuhm-PUHL-sivz

kəmpˈʌlsɪv

kuhm-PUHL-sivz

Definição

People who have a strong, uncontrollable urge to act in a certain way, often repeatedly and without being able to stop. Usually used for behaviors like compulsive shopping, eating, or gambling.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

kəmˈpəɫsɪv

Inglês Britânico

kəmpˈʌlsɪv

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

kuhm-PUHL-sivz

Ouça em Contexto

Compulsives often feel anxious if they cannot do their usual activity.

Many compulsives try to hide their habits from friends and family.

Support groups help compulsives control their behavior.

You’ll find all kinds of compulsives at these meetings, from shoppers to gamblers.