impels Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. 1 to drive or to propel; 2 to urge or drive by force or moral pressure Example Sentence Steam impels the ship. Synonyms prompt; compel; constrain; incite; induce Antonyms restrain Hear It! Say It! Write It! impels Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: