propel
/prəˈpel/
pro · pel
prə · pel
English Definition
v. push forward
Significado en Español
propulsar, impulsar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đẩy mạnh, thúc đẩy
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
pro(forward)+pel(drive)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
What is the best synonym for the word “propel” as used in the following sentence? “The strong winds helped to propel the sailboat across the lake.”
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A
resist
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B
weaken
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C
accelerate
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D
drive
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D — drive.
“propel” means v. push forward
Common questions about “propel”
What does “propel” mean?
propel — v. push forward. In Chinese: 推进，驱使.
How do you pronounce “propel”?
propel is pronounced /prəˈpel/. It breaks into 2 syllables: pro · pel.
Is “propel” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. propel appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “propel”?
pro(forward)+pel(drive)
