
Propulsive
Technical Use
Often used in engineering or physics to describe mechanical forces.
The engine's propulsive efficiency was thoroughly analyzed.
Motivational Metaphor
Can be a metaphor for the driving power behind a person's actions.
Her ambition served as a propulsive force in her career.
Not Always Physical
It’s not exclusive to physical movement; it can describe conceptual progress.
The innovative idea had a propulsive effect on the project's success.