Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
compulsory
Adjective
/kəmˈpʌlsəri/
Definition
Required by law or a rule; mandatory.
Examples
- Attendance at school is compulsory for children.
- It is compulsory to wear a seatbelt while driving.
- In some countries, military service is compulsory for young males.
Meaning
Compulsory refers to something that must be done or followed, typically indicated by regulations, laws, or rules.
Synonyms
- Mandatory
- Obligatory
- Required
- Essential
- Enforced
