1. (verb)propel, impel cause to move forward with force Synonyms: move, actuate, propel, prompt, motivate, impel, incite, force
2. (verb)motivate, actuate, propel, move, prompt, incite give an incentive for action Synonyms: spark off, incite, remind, act, trip, motivate, spark, run, propel, impress, strike, impel, instigate, trigger off, move, displace, make a motion, trigger, inspire, prod, proceed, affect, be active, set off, go, prompt, activate, locomote, touch off, cue, travel, egg on, actuate, stir up
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Antonyms of 'propel'
English Synonyms and Antonyms
1. propel To drive is to move an object with some force or violence before or away from oneself; it is the direct reverse of draw, lead, etc. A man leads a horse by the halter, drives him with whip and Synonyms: drive, compel, propel, repel, resist, thrust, impel, push, repulse, ride, urge on