1. | 强迫；迫使；使必须to force sb to do sth; to make sth necessary |
The law can compel fathers to make regular payments for their children. 这项法律可强制父亲定期支付子女的费用。 | |
I feel compelled to write and tell you how much I enjoyed your book. 我觉得必须写信告诉你我是多么欣赏你的书。 | |
Last year ill health compelled his retirement. 去年他因身体不好被迫退休了。 |
2. | ~ sth 引起反应to cause a particular reaction |
He spoke with an authority that compelled the attention of the whole crowd. 他用权威的口气讲话，引起了整个人群的注意。 |
