compulsory

Pronunciation

• enPR: kəm-pŭl'sə-rē IPA ^(key): /kəmˈpʌlsəri/

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Adjective

Positive compulsory

Comparative more compulsory

Superlative most compulsory

1. When something is compulsory, it is required and has to be followed.
   • Synonyms: mandatory, obligatory and required
   • Antonym: optional

   In most countries, it is compulsory to vote during elections and failing to do so is a crime.