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Powerful Adjective ˈpaʊəfl ˈpaʊərfl Incredibly Organization Extremely/Immensely/Enormously Remains

Word3 powerful
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic /ˈpaʊəfl/ /ˈpaʊərfl/
Example
  • an incredibly powerful organization
  • extremely/immensely/enormously powerful
  • the us remains the most powerful nation in the world.
  • she is still a powerful figure in the party.
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powerful

(adjective)/ˈpaʊəfl/ /ˈpaʊərfl/
  1. being able to control and influence people and events
    • SYNONYM influential
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/influential
    • an incredibly powerful organization
    • extremely/immensely/enormously powerful
    • The US remains the most powerful nation in the world.
    • She is still a powerful figure in the party.
    • a rich and powerful man
    • Fortunately we have some powerful allies.
    • Over time these groups have grown more powerful.
    • Europe has become increasingly powerful on the world stage.

    Extra Examples

    • locally powerful landowners
    • He was the most powerful man in the country after the king.
    • It is a country where religious leaders are often more powerful than politicians.
    • This extremist movement has become increasingly powerful in recent years.
    • Why are there still so few women in politically powerful positions?
    • I felt powerful and in control.
    • Lincoln proved too powerful for City.
  2. having great power or force; very effective
    • a powerful engine
    • a powerful voice
    • a powerful telescope
    • A huge and powerful storm is on track to hit Florida.
    • I traded my computer in for a more powerful model.
    • Capitalism is an immensely powerful force in modern society.
    • Gene technology is a very powerful tool.
    • Humour can be a powerful weapon.
  3. having a strong effect on your thoughts, feelings or body
    • a powerful image/symbol/speech
    • Nicotine is a powerful drug.
    • Fear is a powerful emotion.
    • Her background has had a powerful influence on her film-making.
    • A successful prosecution would send a powerful message.

    Extra Examples

    • This is an enormously powerful idea.
    • What makes these stories so powerful?
    • There is a powerful argument for changing the law.
  4. physically strong
    • SYNONYM muscular
      https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/muscular
    • a powerful body
    • a powerful athlete
    • When she trots she covers ground like a powerful horse rather than a pony.
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