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impel

verb

/ɪmˈpɛl/

Meaning

to drive, force, or urge someone to do something

Her curiosity impelled her to open the mysterious box.

impel someone to act

drive, push, motivate, compel, urge

deter, discourage, dissuade

impel action, impel someone, impel change, impel decision

to steal goods, typically during war, riot, or chaos

To depart from an established course or norm.

to fasten or secure with a rivet; to hold someone’s attention firmly

To embezzle or steal money, especially public funds.

to make a loud, high-pitched cry

to direct your eyes to see something; to appear or seem