propel

/propel/
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propel

The steam engine propels the large ship across the ocean.

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To cause something to move forward or onward, typically with force or thrust: This is the core physical meaning, describing the action of driving or pushing an object in a specific direction.
    • To spur, motivate, or drive someone to do something: This figurative meaning describes providing the impetus or incentive for an action or course of thought.
Usage and Examples

  • Verb (Physical Motion):

    • The engine's thrust propels the airplane through the air.
    • A strong current propelled the boat toward the shore.
    • She used the oars to propel the canoe across the lake.

  • Verb (Figurative Motivation):

    • His ambition propelled him to the top of his profession.
    • The new evidence propelled the investigation in a different direction.
    • A desire for change propelled her into politics.
Advanced Usage
  • "To propel oneself": To move one's own body forward, often using force.
    • The swimmer propelled herself through the water with powerful strokes.
  • "Propelling force": The specific power or energy that causes forward motion.
    • The propelling force for the rocket comes from its engines.
Variants and Related Words
  • Propellant (noun): A substance used to provide thrust, as in a rocket or aerosol can.
    • The rocket's propellant ignited, creating immense thrust.
  • Propeller (noun): A mechanical device with blades that rotates to propel a vehicle like a ship or aircraft.
    • The ship's propeller churned the water.
  • Propulsion (noun): The action of driving or pushing something forward.
    • Jet engines provide the propulsion for modern aircraft.
Synonyms
  • Drive: To push or force something to move in a particular direction.
  • Thrust: To push something suddenly or violently.
  • Launch: To send something forth with force.
  • Motivate (figurative): To provide someone with a reason to act.
  • Spur (figurative): To encourage or stimulate an action.
Related Phrasal Verbs

(Note: "Propel" is not commonly used in standard phrasal verb constructions. Its meaning is typically contained within the single verb.)

Related Idioms
  • "To be propelled into the spotlight": To be suddenly and forcefully made the center of public attention.
    • The scandal propelled the young reporter into the spotlight.
  • "A propelling factor": A key element that drives progress or action.
    • Technological innovation was a propelling factor in the company's growth.
propel

The steam engine propels the large ship across the ocean.

Verb
  1. give an incentive for action
    • This moved me to sacrifice my career
  2. cause to move forward with force
    • Steam propels this ship

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