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Synonyms & Similar Words
drive
move
push
thrust
impel
force
urge
motivate
inspire
stimulate
accelerate
boost
enhance
increase
intensify
energize
activate
animate
vivify
invigorate
revitalize
rejuvenate
stir
prompt
goad
spur
prod
poke
nudge
shove
jolt
jerk
heave
hoist
lift
raise
elevate
launch
project
hurl
fling
toss
throw
cast
pitch
catapult
expel
eject
discharge
Meaning of Propel
to drive or push something forward, often with force or energy
Definitions
- to drive or push something forward, often with force or energy
- * to cause something to happen or develop
- * to move something forward, often with a sudden or violent motion
Etymology of Propel
The word "propel" comes from the Latin "propellere", which means "to drive forward"
This Latin word is a combination of "pro" (meaning "forward") and "pellere" (meaning "to drive")
The word "propel" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of driving or pushing something forward
Example Uses
- The rocket's engines will propel it into space
- * Her passion for music will propel her to stardom
- * The company's innovative ideas will propel it to the top of the industry