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impel

verb

cause to move forward with force

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
I
Ends with
L
Contains
MP
Scrabble score
9
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ɪmˈpɛl

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. cause to move forward with force

    “Steam propels this ship”

verb

  1. urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate

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Example Sentences

Steam propels this ship

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