Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

retropulsive

Adjective

/ˌrɛtrəˈpʌlsɪv/

Definition

Characterized by a backward or retrograde movement.

Examples

The retropulsive force of the jet propulsion system helped the spacecraft navigate away from the planet.
In a humorous twist, the retropulsive motion of the balloon made it zoom back into the hand of the child.

Meaning

The term describes the action of pushing or moving something away from a source, often relating to the concept of repulsion in a direction opposite to that of the original force or motion.