C1verbformalsciencetechnology
US/prəˈpel/
UK/prəˈpel/
to push something forward with force, or to cause someone or something to move ahead or succeed
In context
A small engine at the back propels the boat across the lake.
Strong exports helped propel the economy out of recession last year.
The success of her first novel propelled her to international fame.
Words that go with propel
verb + adverb
- propel forwardThe wind propelled the sailboat forward at high speed.
verb + noun
- propel the economyCheap energy could propel the economy for years.
- propel growthNew technology will propel growth in the region.
verb + preposition
- be propelled byThe rocket is propelled by liquid fuel.
- propel someone to fameThe video propelled the young singer to fame overnight.
- propel intoThe scandal propelled the issue into the headlines.