propel

verb
UK: /prəˈpel/
US: /prəˈpel/

  1. To push or drive something forward or in a particular direction, often with force.

    1. The boat has a motor to propel it through the water.
    2. The rocket's powerful engines propel it into space at incredible speeds.

  2. To cause someone to do something or achieve a particular level, position, or status.

    1. Hard work can propel you to success.
    2. His ambition and talent propelled him to the top of his profession quickly.

Synonyms

drive launch push encourage thrust motivate force
propel noun

  1. A force or mechanism that drives something forward.

    1. The propel of the rocket was amazing.
    2. The propel system was being checked before launch for any issues.
propel adjective

  1. Serving or intended to propel something.

    1. The propel force was increased.
    2. The propel engines of the spacecraft are essential for interstellar travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "propel" in English means: To push or drive something forward or in a particular direction, often with force., To cause someone to do something or achieve a particular level, position, or status..

The phonetic transcription of "propel" is /prəˈpel/ in British English and /prəˈpel/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "propel": drive, launch, push, encourage, thrust, motivate, force.

Example usage of "propel": "The boat has a motor to propel it through the water.". More examples on the page.