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Definition of impell

"impell" is probably misspelled. Trying impel instead Definition of impel

1. impel [ v ] urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate

Used in print:

(Selma Jeanne Cohen, "Avant-Garde Choreography"...)

At_one_time she felt impelled to make dances that `` moved all_over the stage '' , much_as Pollock 's paintings move_violently over the full extent of the canvas .

Synonyms force impel Related Terms cause force

2. impel [ v ] cause to move forward with force
Examples: "Steam propels this ship"

Synonyms propel impel Related Terms move hit throw kick launch drive catapult punt jerk carry project loft rocket flick impulse propeller propellant

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