thrust
word
/ˈθɹəst/
thruhst
/θɹˈʌst/
thruhst
Definition
To push something with force, often suddenly and straight forward. As a noun, it also means a strong push or the force that makes something move.
Usage & Nuances
'Thrust' is slightly formal, used in technical areas (physics, engineering) and dramatic actions (combat, movement). Common with prepositions: 'thrust into,' 'thrust forward.' As a noun, often seen in 'the main thrust' (main point/force). Rare in casual speech.
Spanish: empujar - impulso - estocadaPortuguese (BR): empurrar - impulso - estocadaPortuguese (PT): empurrar - impulso - estocadaChinese (Simplified): 猛推 - 推力 - 刺Chinese (Traditional): 猛推 - 推力 - 刺Hindi: धक्का देना - जोर - प्रहारArabic: يدفع بقوة - قوة الدفع - طعنةBengali: ঠেলা - জোরালো ধাক্কাRussian: толчок - толкатьJapanese: 突き - 押し出すVietnamese: đẩy mạnh - cú đẩyKorean: 밀치다 - 밀기Turkish: itmek - hamleUrdu: زور سے دھکا دینا - دھکاIndonesian: mendorong keras - dorongan
Example Sentences
The rocket's thrust pushed it into space.
basic
She made a quick thrust with her sword.
basic
He suddenly thrust his hand into his pocket, looking worried.
natural
"The main thrust of her argument was about fairness," he explained.
natural
The crowd thrust forward as the doors opened.
natural
He thrust the door open with his shoulder.
basic