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Commupulsion

Derived from the German Gemeinschaftszwang, commupulsion refers to a social pressure for conformity that arises when a group overvalues unity, harmony, and consensus. It forces individuals to adapt by suppressing individuality, criticism, or dissenting opinions to maintain a "we-feeling."
While modern corporate culture often praises 'radical transparency' and 'team synergy,' we frequently ignore the darker side of these social dynamics: commupulsion. In an era of 'culture fits,' we must ask ourselves whether we are building genuine communities or merely enforcing a commupulsion that silences necessary dissent.
by Yeeter McYeetus February 15, 2026
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revulsion compulsion

The uncontrollable urge to view something disgusting when someone has told you you shouldn't.
Person 1: Oh god, don't click on this link, it's disgusting!

Person 2: I have revulsion compulsion :D *clicks anyway*
by TeacakesOnToast November 16, 2011
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societal compulsion

Irresistible urge to behave a certain way because of societies or social norms or influences.
She drinks because of her societal compulsion.
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Compulsion

A horse with blinders on chasing a carrot dangled on a rope before him through a field of vegetables.
Biting your nails could be a compulsion if you don't have a good manicurist.
by Prof. Osled November 23, 2009
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Compulsion

Fine... So long as it happens to the right people...
Hym "Yeah, well, it seems to be the case that your 'Arc' is more of a Titanic life-boat situation where the unconscientious low status men are covertly exsised from society or faced with compulsion. So no... No minority report world for charlatans. Not going to happen."
by Hym Iam March 13, 2023
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Compulsion

But... God doesn't saying anything about compulsion being wrong? Dennis said that is God didn't say it then it's just a sweet suggestion....
Hym "Then how is the compulsion of your speech wrong? They SHOULD be compelling your speech, right? It's a danger to yourself and others. Time to go to the home grampgramp... Okaaay... Here we goooo..."
by Hym Iam March 31, 2023
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Circular compulsion disorder

For bitches to dress up to attratct males, attend a social venue, then feel compelled to stand in a cricle the whole night and talk to no one and blow off guys-matheu wright
Those girls standing there have a circular compulsion disorder.
by Sananahmad May 25, 2014
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