Propelled Meaning in English

word · lemma: propel

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Definition

Moved or pushed forward by a force. Often used for objects or people that are caused to move, either physically or by motivation.

Usage & Nuances

'Propelled' is the past participle of 'propel' and is often used in passive forms (e.g., 'was propelled by'). Common in technical, scientific, and formal contexts, but can also describe motivation ('propelled by dreams'). Do not confuse with 'compelled' (forced to do something).

• Spanish: impulsado - movido
• Portuguese (BR): impulsionado - movido
• Portuguese (PT): impulsionado - movido
• Chinese (Simplified): 推动
• Chinese (Traditional): 推動
• Hindi: प्रेरित किया गया - आगे बढ़ाया गया
• Arabic: دُفِع - مُحرَّك
• Bengali: চালিত - ঠেলিত
• Russian: приведён в движение - движимый
• Japanese: 推進された
• Vietnamese: được đẩy - được thúc đẩy
• Korean: 추진된
• Turkish: itilen - harekete geçirilen
• Urdu: چلایا گیا - آگے بڑھایا گیا
• Indonesian: digerakkan - didorong

Example Sentences

Water propelled the mill wheel.

basic

The boat was propelled by the wind.

basic

A rocket is propelled by burning fuel.

basic

She was propelled by her dream to become a doctor.

natural

The car was suddenly propelled forward after the driver stepped on the gas.

natural

His curiosity propelled him to explore new places.

natural