Definition
促使 means 'to cause, bring about, or urge (someone to do something)' — it is neutral in tone. 导致 also means 'to cause' but often implies a negative outcome (e.g., cause problems). 催 means 'to urge/press' but with time pressure; 促使 is softer — a prompt or impetus, not a rush.
verb
to causeto bring about (a change or development)to promptto urge (someone to do something)
Examples
- 促使。Zhège fāxiàn cù shǐ le kēxué yánjiū de jìnbù.This discovery prompted progress in scientific research.
- 促使。Lǎoshī de huà cù shǐ tā juédìng nǔlì xuéxí.The teacher's words prompted him to decide to study hard.
- 促使。Shìchǎng xūqiú de zēngjiā cù shǐ gōngsī kāifā xīn chǎnpǐn.The increase in market demand impelled the company to develop new products.
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