impel (ɪmˈpɛl
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Definitions
verb
(tr)- to urge or force (a person) to an action; constrain or motivate
- to push, drive, or force into motion
Alternative Forms
imˈpellent noun adjectiveWord Origin
C15: from Latin impellere to push against, drive forward, from im- (in) + pellere to drive, push, strikeUsage examples
Will it impel orthodox families to give their daughters a complete education?
India Today (2000)Violet is so powerful it can impel one to sacrifice oneself to a high ideal.
, Know Yourself Through Colour (1989)