ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Impelling

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪmˈpɛlɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Impelling is an adjective meaning Causing forward motion or action.

Meaning

Causing forward motion or action.

More Meanings

  1. present participle and gerund of impel

Example Sentences

The extraordinary spectacle was a good many years ago, in school days, when theology is less impelling than curiosity ... […]

Synonyms for impelling

Depending on context, synonyms include efficacious, effectual, effective.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include effective, effectual, efficacious, propelling, propulsion, impeller.

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