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condemn vs compel

compel vs condemn

condemn and compel both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
condemn No No Yes No
compel No No Yes No
As verbs, compel is a hypernym of condemn; that is, compel is a word with a broader meaning than condemn:
  • condemn: compel or force into a particular state or activity
  • compel: force somebody to do something
Other hypernyms of condemn include obligate, oblige.
condemn (verb) compel (verb)
express strong disapproval of force somebody to do something
pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law necessitate or exact
declare or judge unfit for use or habitation
demonstrate the guilt of (someone)
appropriate (property) for public use
compel or force into a particular state or activity
Difference between condemn and compel

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