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Meaning of impelling
causing someone to feel that they must do something
Etymology of impelling
The word "impelling" originates from the Latin "impellere", which means to drive or push forward, and is a combination of "in-" (meaning "on" or "toward") and "pellere" (meaning "to drive")
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a force or influence that drives or motivates someone to act
Synonyms
compelling
driving
motivating
prompting
urging
forcing
coercing
pressuring
persuading
convincing
influencing
inspiring
stimulating
provoking
goading
spurring
prodding
pushing
impetus
motivating
actuating
energizing
galvanizing
energizing
dynamizing
catalyzing
sparking
igniting
inciting
fomenting
instigating
precipitating
Definitions
- Giving a strong urge or motive to do something, especially to take action or make a decision
- * Having a powerful and persuasive effect on someone's mind or feelings
Usage Examples
- The impelling need to succeed drove her to work tirelessly towards her goals
- * The impelling argument presented by the lawyer convinced the jury of the defendant's innocence
- * The impelling beauty of the landscape inspired the artist to create a stunning painting