Definition of Compulsivity

1. Noun. The trait of acting compulsively.

Exact synonyms: Compulsiveness
Generic synonyms: Trait
Specialized synonyms: Obsessiveness, Obsessivity, Workaholism
Derivative terms: Compulsive, Compulsive

Definition of Compulsivity

1. Noun. compulsion ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Compulsivity

1. [n -TIES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Compulsivity

compulse
compulsed
compulses
compulsion
compulsions
compulsive
compulsive behaviour
compulsive idea
compulsive neurosis
compulsive personality
compulsive personality disorder
compulsively
compulsiveness
compulsives
compulsivities
compulsivity (current term)
compulsories
compulsorily
compulsoriness
compulsory
compulsory process
compulsory purchase
compunct
compunction
compunctionless
compunctions
compunctious
compunctiously
compunctive
compunctuous

Literary usage of Compulsivity

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. The Sex Offenderby Barbara K. Schwartz, Henry R. Cellini by Barbara K. Schwartz, Henry R. Cellini (2002)
"Dissociation and treatment of compulsive reenactment of trauma: Sexual compulsivity. In M. Hunter (Ed.), Adult survivors of sexual abuse: Treatment ..."

2. Assessing Alcohol Problems: A Guide for Clinicians and Researchers by John P. Allen, Megan Columbus (1997)
"... Obsessive Compulsive Scale — Modified (Y-BOCS-hd) The Y-BOCS-hd was developed to reflect obsessionality and compulsivity related to heavy drinking. ..."

3. The Science, Treatment, and Prevention of Antisocial Behaviorsby Diana H. Fishbein by Diana H. Fishbein (2000)
"... and compulsivity, 3, 7—21. Schnittman, SM & Fauci, A. 5. (1994). Human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome: An update. ..."

4. A Coordinated Response to Child Abuse and Neglect: A Basic Manual by Diane DePanfilis, Marsha K. Salus (1994)
"... and bizarre behavior), low self-esteem, school learning problems, social withdrawal, oppositional behavior, hypervigilance to adult cues, compulsivity, ..."

5. Health Consequences of Smoking: Nicotine Addiction a Report of the Surgeon by C. Everett Koop, M.D., DIANE Publishing Company (1988)
"This factor may contribute to the level of compulsivity which develops. Addicting drugs often provide some therapeutic benefit or otherwise useful effect ..."

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