conscriptive

/kɑnˈskrɪptɪv/

Definitions

1. adjective

tending to compel or induce people to join a cause, organization, or armed force

“The government’s conscriptive policies were met with widespread resistance.”

2. noun

a system or process of conscription

“The conscription of soldiers for the war effort was a contentious issue.”

Synonyms

  • coercive
  • compulsive

Antonyms

  • optional
  • voluntary