Propelled: meaning, definitions and examples

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propelled

 

[ prษ™หˆpษ›ld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mechanical motion

To propel means to push or drive something forward or onward. This term is often used in the context of engines or machines that create force for movement. In a broader sense, it can also refer to driving a person to take action or motivating them. Propulsion is a key concept in various fields, including physics, engineering, and even personal development.

Synonyms

drive, force, launch, push, thrust

Examples of usage

  • The rocket was propelled into space.
  • The boat was propelled by the strong winds.
  • He was propelled to success by his determination.
  • The athlete was propelled forward by the energy of the crowd.

Translations

Translations of the word "propelled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น impulsionado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเฅ‡เคฐเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช angetrieben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ didorong

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะธะฒะตะดะตะฝะธะน ะฒ ั€ัƒั…

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ napฤ™dzany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŽจ้€ฒใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท propulsรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ propulsado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท harekete geรงirilen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ถ”์ง„๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฏููˆุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pohรกnฤ›nรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pohรกลˆanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽจๅŠจ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poganjan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ drifinn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะทา“ะฐะปะฐั‚ั‹ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒแƒ›แƒแƒฌแƒ”แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™ลŸviq edilmiลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ impulsado

Etymology

The word 'propelled' is derived from the Latin 'propellere', where 'pro-' means 'forward, in favor of' and 'pellere' means 'to drive or push'. This term has evolved through Old French before entering the English language in the late Middle Ages. Historically, the concept of propulsion has been integral to transportation and mechanics, with advancements leading to the development of various engines and vehicles that utilize this principle. By the 18th century, the term had gained significant traction in literature and scientific discourse, aligning with the Industrial Revolution's innovations. In modern usage, 'propelled' denotes not only physical movement but also metaphorical pushes in personal and professional contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,898, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.