1. the quality or state of being compulsive; a tendency to act or behave in ways that are difficult to control or resist.
Usage: often used in psychology and clinical contexts; can refer to both pathological and non-pathological repetitive behaviors

Examples

• The therapist addressed the patient's compulsivity by developing coping strategies.
• His compulsivity to check his phone every few minutes was affecting his work.
• Compulsivity in gambling can lead to serious financial problems.
• She recognized her compulsivity to organize and sought help from a mental health professional.
• The study examined compulsivity in individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
• His compulsivity to exercise excessively was a sign of an underlying anxiety disorder.