Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

impelled

verb
/ɪmˈpɛld/
Definition
To feel a strong urge or desire to do something.
Examples
  • She felt impelled to speak out against injustice.
  • The urgency of the situation impelled him to act swiftly.
  • He was impelled by a deep sense of responsibility to help others.
Meaning
Impelled refers to the drive or motivation that compels someone to take action, often due to an internal or external force.
Synonyms
  • driven
  • compelled
  • urged
  • motivated