Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pushing

verb
/ˈpʊʃɪŋ/
Definition
The act of applying force to move something away from oneself or to exert an influence on someone or something.
Examples
  • She is pushing the door to see if it will open.
  • He is always pushing himself to achieve higher goals.
  • They were pushing for a change in the company’s policy.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘pushing’ can refer to the act of urging or encouraging someone to take a particular action or to change a situation.
Synonyms
  • shoving
  • thrusting
  • pressing
  • urging
  • driving