compelling

Definition of compelling

Adjectives

driving or forcing
"compelling ambition"
Synonyms:
powerful
having great power or force or potency or effect
tending to persuade by forcefulness of argument
"new and compelling evidence"
Synonyms:
persuasive
intended or having the power to induce action or belief

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