Synonyms for

Propels

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

Definition

to push or drive forward

Synonyms & similar words

incite move impel motivate propel actuate prompt drive push move impel thrust launch catapult shove jolt force accelerate boost cataract shoot send stream surge urge hurtle jet

Example sentences

  1. The engine propels the car down the road.
  2. The rocket propels the spacecraft into space.
  3. The swimmer's strong kicks propel her through the water.
  4. The wind propels the kite high into the sky.
  5. The force of the explosion propels debris in all directions.

Quotes

  • The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. Let us move forward with strong and active faith. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt
  • Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don't quit. - Conrad Hilton

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