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Propel

🔄 Synonyms of "Propel"

5 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

Word	Definition
promptverb	Quick; acting without delay.
inciteverb	(transitive) To call into action.
impelverb	(transitive) To drive forward; to propel an object, to provide an impetus for motion or action.
moveverb	(intransitive) To change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.
motivateverb	(transitive) To provide someone with an incentive to do something; to encourage; to actuate.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Propel"

Found via reverse dictionary — words that share a conceptual meaning.

Word	Definition
impelverb	(transitive) To drive forward; to propel an object, to provide an impetus for motion or action.
promptverb	(transitive) To initiate; to cause or lead to.
moveverb	(intransitive) To change place or posture; to go, in any manner, from one place or position to another.
inciteverb	(transitive) To call into action.
motivateverb	(transitive) To provide someone with an incentive to do something; to encourage; to actuate.
pushverb	(transitive, intransitive) To apply a force to (an object) such that it moves away from the person or thing applying the force.
accelerateverb	(transitive) To cause to move faster; to quicken the motion of; to add to the speed of.
boostverb	Something that helps, or adds power or effectiveness; assistance.
promoteverb	(transitive) To advocate or urge on behalf of (something or someone); to attempt to popularize or sell by means of advertising or publicity.
liftverb	(ambitransitive) To raise or rise.
nudgeverb	A gentle push.
promotionnoun	Dissemination of information in order to increase its popularity.
advanceverb	To help the progress of (something); to further.
stimulateverb	To encourage into action.
growverb	(ergative) To become larger, to increase in magnitude.
encourageverb	To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
driveverb	To operate a vehicle:
facilitateverb	To make easy or easier.
payverb	(ambitransitive) To give money or other compensation to in exchange for goods or services.
bolsterverb	(transitive, often figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.