Synonyms for compulsive behavior refer to actions or habits that are done repeatedly, without any control over them. Some of the synonyms for compulsive behavior include obsessive behavior, addiction, impulse control disorder, compulsivity, and impulsive behavior. Obsessive behavior often refers to repetitive thoughts or actions that are difficult to control, while addiction refers to a powerful dependency on something. Impulse control disorder is a type of psychiatric condition that makes it difficult to control impulses. Compulsivity refers to persistent and repetitive actions that are difficult to resist, while impulsive behavior refers to actions that are done without any thought. All these synonyms for compulsive behavior share the common feature of being difficult to control and often causing negative consequences.