propel
/prəˈpɛl/
verb
- To push or move something forward or in a particular direction.
- The strong wind propelled the sailboat across the lake.
- A rocket engine uses thrust to propel the spacecraft into orbit.
- She used her legs to propel herself forward on the swing.
- To cause someone to take action or to make progress toward a goal.
- His passion for science propelled him to become a researcher.
- A desire for change propelled her to start her own business.
- The inspiring speech propelled the team to work harder.