fuel
Translation
fuel, energy source, impetus
Examples
The car is running out of fuel.
The car is running out of fuel.
His ambition was the fuel for his success.
His ambition was the fuel for his success.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) material burned for power The car is running out of fuel.
((noun)) ((for sth.)) something that increases an emotion or activity His ambition was the fuel for his success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gasoline, gas, energy source.
Etymology
From Old French 'fouaille' (firewood), from Latin 'focus' (hearth).
Memory Tips
Think of a car needing 'fuel' to 'feel' energetic and go.