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Propelled

Verb / prʌˈpeld / Another word for propelled — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to cause to move forward or onward by force; drive; impel

Synonyms & similar words

incite move impel motivate propel actuate prompt pushed forced drove impelled propulsed moved catapulted flung shot thrust launched projected rammed shoved accelerated activated galvanized motivated stimulated urged

Synonyms by register

Formal

driven impelled motivated urged

Informal

pushed shoved sent got going

Literary

borne wafted wafted onward

Antonyms

halt stop restrain impede slow hold back suppress

Common collocations

  • propelled forward
  • propelled by
  • propelled into
  • propelled the boat
  • propelled the car
  • propelled the rocket
  • propelled the ball

Word family

noun propulsion
verb propel
adjective propulsive

Usage note

Primarily used to describe the act of moving something forward, often with force or by means of an engine or external power. It can also be used figuratively to describe being driven or motivated.

Example sentences

  1. The rocket was propelled into space.
  2. The swimmer propelled herself through the water.
  3. The engine propelled the car up the hill.
  4. The windmill was propelled by the wind.
  5. The explosion propelled debris into the air.

Quotes

  • Hard work propels you when talent fails you. - Kevin Hart
  • Discipline is the fuel of achievement; without it, you will crash and burn, propelled only by the momentum of mediocrity. - Steve Maraboli
  • The past propels the future. - David Mitchell

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