fueled
word · lemma: fuel
Definition
Supplied with fuel for energy, or made stronger or more intense by something (such as emotion, money, or information). Used both literally (engines) and figuratively (motivation, anger, discussions).
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for both physical (machines) and abstract (ideas, emotions) contexts. Typical phrases: 'fueled by', 'fueled anger', 'fueled growth'. Often found in news or analysis. The literal sense always relates to energy sources; the figurative sense covers motivation, emotions, or causes.
Example Sentences
The car was fueled with gasoline before the trip.
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Her success was fueled by hard work.
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The debate was fueled by recent events.
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The rumors were fueled by social media posts.
natural
Anger in the crowd was fueled by the bad news.
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Their creativity was fueled by a desire to help others.
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