propel
1. [ verb ] cause to move forward with force
Synonyms: impel
Examples:

"Steam propels this ship"

Related terms: move hit throw kick launch drive catapult punt jerk carry project loft rocket flick impulse propeller propellant
2. [ verb ] give an incentive
Synonyms: prompt motivate move incite actuate
Examples:

"This moved me to sacrifice my career"

Related terms: cause affect move act motivation incentive incitement propulsion motivating
Similar spelling:   propellor
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