Impellent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪmˈpɛlənt/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Impellent is an adjective meaning Having the quality of being impelling.
Meaning
Having the quality of being impelling.
More Meanings
- An impelling power or force.
Example Sentences
an impellent force
blind impellents and material conveyances
Hence, the excess of impellent force which was given to the piston, beyond what was absolutely requisite to overcome the resistances to its motion, was made available to prolong that motion, beyond the point at which the impellent force […]
Word Forms
- impellents
Synonyms for impellent
Depending on context, synonyms include forceful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include forceful, impulsive, compelling, impetrative, infusive, incitant.
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