compulsory
/kəmˈpʌlsəri/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #4936 in the learning path
强制的；必修的
Definitions
adj. required by a law or rule, rather than optional
强制的；必修的
Example
Wearing a helmet is compulsory at this climbing centre.
在这家攀岩中心必须戴头盔。
Compulsory education helps ensure that all children acquire basic skills regardless of their family income.
义务教育有助于确保所有儿童都能掌握基本技能，不受家庭收入影响。
Collocations
- compulsory education
- compulsory subject
- compulsory attendance
Word family
- compulsorily (adv.)
- compulsion (n.)
- compel (v.)
Synonyms
- mandatory
- obligatory
Antonyms
- optional
- voluntary
Usage tip
compulsory强调规定必须做，与optional相对。
FAQ
- What does compulsory mean?
- required by a law or rule, rather than optional
- How is compulsory pronounced?
- UK /kəmˈpʌlsəri/, US /kəmˈpʌlsəri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
