As nouns the difference between compulsion and compulsory
is that compulsion is an irrational need to perform some action, often despite negative consequences while compulsory is something that is compulsory or required.
Are compulsive and compulsory the same?
As adjectives the difference between compulsory and compulsive. is that compulsory is required; obligatory; mandatory while compulsive is uncontrolled or reactive and unconscious.
What does compulsive compulsory mean?
We can describe a book as 'compulsive' reading, or a film as 'compulsive' viewing. This means that it is so good that you cannot stop reading or watching it. Interestingly, we can also say that a book is a 'compulsory' read, and this means that the book is a very important one and everyone should read it.
