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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Example Sentence
The engine propels the boat.
引擎推动船前进。
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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
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Powerful engines ______ the rocket high into the sky.
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A
halt
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B
anchor
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C
delay
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D
propel
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D — propel.
“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.
How do you use “propel” in a sentence?
The engine propels the boat. (引擎推动船前进。)
What are synonyms for “propel”?
drive, push — all close in meaning to propel (v. push forward).
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)
