compulsion
/kəmˈpʌl.ʃən/noun
High School
1
An irrational need or irresistible urge to perform some action, often despite negative consequences.
2
The use of authority, influence, or other power to force (compel) a person or persons to act.
3
The lawful use of violence (i.e. by the administration).
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing