compel /kəmˈpel/ vt. (compelled, compelled) 迫使，使不得不（跟不定式的复合结构或直接跟宾语）：An attack compels one to defend oneself. 遭到进攻时只好自卫。The French and English were compelled to begin a retreat. 法方和英方被迫撤退。His cleverness and skill compel our admiration. 他的聪明和技能不得不令我们羡慕。