Synonyms for Thrust
Definition of thrust
noun
- the force used in pushing; "the push of the water on the walls of the tank"; "the thrust of the jet engines"
- a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument; "one strong stab to the heart killed him"
- the act of applying force to propel something; "after reaching the desired velocity the drive is cut off"
16 synonyms found
Writing tips for "thrust"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like drive, force, hurl can replace "thrust" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 16 alternatives available, "thrust" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Thrust" in song lyrics
See how thrust is used in real songs:
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"Because of us you want to get back into lyrcial thrust"
The Cenobites (Kool Keith & Godfather Don) f/ Percee-P — You're Late -
"Grassroots, Thrust"
Da Grassroots f/ K-OS, Thrust — Eternal -
"Center down and outward thrust"
DC Talk — Return of the Singer