impel

动词

1. 1

   驱使、促使、迫使正式

   A deep sense of guilt impelled him to confess everything.

   强烈的罪恶感驱使他把一切都坦白出来。

2. 2

   推动、推进正式

   Strong currents impelled the small boat toward the rocks.

   强劲的水流把小船推向岩石。