Synonyms of fuel

fuel 1 of 2

noun

as in energy

something with a usable capacity for doing work

such nonrenewable fuels as coal, petroleum, and natural gas

Synonyms & Similar Words

• energy
• power
• propellant
• propellent
• kindling
• force

fuel

2 of 2

verb

as in to power

Synonyms & Similar Words

• power
• generate
• fire
• energize
• push
• charge
• spark
• electrify
• turn over
• set off
• trip
• switch
• drive
• trigger
• launch
• discharge
• activate
• kick over
• turn on
• start
• recharge
• release
• actuate
• ignite
• stimulate
• move
• crank (up)
• touch off
• reactivate
• run
• incite
• provoke
• arouse
• accelerate
• excite
• jump-start
• stir up
• catalyze
• kick-start
• quicken
• speed (up)
• vitalize
• instigate
• step up

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• cut
• kill
• cut out
• shut off
• brake
• turn off
• stop
• check
• cut off
• stick
• arrest
• halt
• draw up
• deactivate
• slow
• suppress
• stall
• jam
• repress
• decelerate
• stunt