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How do you spell Compel?

Correct spelling

compel

One L at the end: compel drives together with single force

Why is compel spelled this way?

From Latin compellere, to drive together. CO (together) + PELLERE (to drive). To compel is to drive with force — motivation that leaves no room for refusal.

Common misspellings of compel

compellcompealcompele

Example

The new evidence will compel the jury to reconsider their verdict.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell compel?+
The correct spelling is "compel". One L at the end: compel drives together with single force
Is it compell or compel?+
The correct spelling is "compel", not "compell".

Other commonly misspelled words

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