propulsive

adjective

pro·​pul·​sive prə-ˈpəl-siv 

: tending or having power to propel

propulsive force

Examples of propulsive in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The propulsive anthem becomes synonymous with the end of the hoops showcase that carried the triumphs of such NBA superstars as Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026

Ohio State might have college football’s finest talent with Jeremiah Smith, the graceful yet propulsive receiver atop The Athletic’s player rankings. — Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Of course, the Cloudmonster 3’s industry-leading specs — like responsive CloudTec cushioning, a propulsive plate, and a rocker made for smoother-than-smooth heel-to-toe transitions — can have that effect, too. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026

The integration of Daniel Pemberton’s propulsive score with Boyle’s typically punchy song selections is seamless. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin prōpulsus, past participle of prōpellere "to push or thrust forward, compel to go onward" + -ive — more at propel

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for propulsive

• compulsive
• convulsive
• expulsive
• impulsive
• repulsive
• electroconvulsive