compulsivity

/kəmˌpʌlˈsɪvəti/
noun
  1. The quality or state of being unable to resist doing something, often repeatedly, even when it is harmful or unwanted.
    • His compulsivity about cleanliness meant he washed his hands dozens of times a day.
    • The therapist explained that compulsivity can be managed with the right strategies.
    • Her compulsivity made it hard for her to stop checking her phone every few minutes.
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