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thruster Synonyms

Another word for thruster

Choosing another word for thruster depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A small rocket engine or marine propeller used to provide thrust for maneuvering, positioning, or attitude control on a spacecraft, aircraft, or ship.

Usage Example

"The pilot fired the starboard propulsor to align the capsule with the docking port."

Strong
propulsor
Weak
booster

• noun (Context 2)

An ambitious, assertive, or self-promoting person who pushes hard to achieve success.

Usage Example

"The firm's newest partner was widely regarded as a relentless corporate go-getter."

Strong
go-getter
striver
climber
careerist

• Nearby Words

thrum
thrush
thrust
thruster
thrusting
thruway
thud

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Thruster. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/thruster
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