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compulsively

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial compulsively has 1 sense
  1. compulsively, obsessively, obsessionally - in a compulsive manner; "he cleaned his shoes compulsively after every walk"
    Derived from adjective compulsive1

Definitions from the Web

Term: Compulsively

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: In a way that is difficult to resist or control; driven by an irresistible urge or compulsion.

Sense 1: (General Usage)

Example Sentence: She compulsively checked her phone for notifications, fearing she might miss an important message.

Sense 2: (Psychology)

Example Sentence: The patient with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) would compulsively wash his hands, often leading to skin irritation.

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