refuel
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /rɪˈfjul/
KK: /rɪˈfjul/
intransitive verb
Definition
To take on a new supply of fuel, usually for vehicles or machines.
Example
The airplane will refuel before continuing its journey.
Tense Forms
Past: refueled
Past Participle: refueled
Conversation
Are you planning to refuel before the road trip?
Yeah, I want to make sure we have enough gas.
Good idea! It's better to refuel now than risk running out later.
Exactly! Plus, we can grab some snacks while we're at it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
replenish
reload
top
Antonyms
deplete
empty
exhaust
transitive verb
Definition
To provide a vehicle or machine with more fuel so that it can continue to operate.
Example
The driver had to refuel the car before continuing the journey.
Tense Forms
Past: refueled
Past Participle: refueled
Conversation
Hey, do you think we need to refuel the car before our trip?
Definitely! I don't want to run out of gas on the highway.
Good idea! I'll stop at the next gas station to refuel it.
Root Explanation
Refuel → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "fuel" (from Old French *fouaille*, meaning material burned to produce energy). The word "refuel" means to supply fuel again, typically to a vehicle or machine.
Memory Tip
Think of supplying fuel 'again' ('re-') to something that needs energy, like a car or a plane.
Visually Confused Words
reuel
refel
rueful
refeel
ireful
reel
fuel