Definition Synonyms
Definition of powerful - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
physical strengthphysically strong and muscular
- He has a powerful build.
2.
strengthhaving great power or influence
- The powerful leader inspired the nation.
3.
emotional impacthaving a strong effect on emotions
- The powerful speech moved everyone to tears.
4.
sensesRare very strong in smell or tasteRare
- The powerful aroma filled the room.
5.
loud voiceRare loud and able to be heard from afarRare
- Her powerful voice captivated the audience.
Expressions with powerful
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have a strong or impressive effect
This tiny chili can pack a powerful punch.
strong and impactful communication
The speech delivered a powerful message to the audience.
show a strong and impressive effect on people around
She has a powerful presence in every meeting.
having great strength or influence
The immensely powerful storm caused widespread damage.
possessing supreme power to control everything
The all-powerful corporation dominated the market.
having had great power or influence in the past
The once-powerful empire is now forgotten.
Origin of powerful
Middle English, power (ability) + ful (full of)
Terms with powerful included in their meaning
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intensity
intense or powerful in effect
strike
powerful hit with a fist or weapon
build up
make something stronger or more powerful
intensity
most intense or powerful in effect
powerful effect
in a way that is powerful and noticeable
emotional display
display sudden powerful emotion
strong desire
feel a powerful desire for something
power or ability
become stronger or more powerful over time
physical strike
powerful stroke with a hammer
machine
very powerful and efficient
high volume
music with intense or powerful sound
powerful group
group with great power or ability
food taste
having a very intense or powerful taste
movement
sudden powerful pull or jerk
teamwork
being together makes us powerful and effective
development
gradually become stronger more powerful or more intense
power
state of being more powerful or important
power
most powerful or influential factor
birds
large bird of prey with sharp eyesight and powerful flight
business
powerful and influential enterprise or organization
metaphor
powerful and forceful rush or onslaught
powerful feelings
driven or controlled by a strong feeling or desire
emotion
sudden powerful emotion or feeling
sudden rise
sudden powerful increase or movement
Examples of powerful in a sentence
Her powerful arms helped her lift the heavy weights. Her powerful speech moved everyone. The powerful storm caused widespread damage. The powerful music left a lasting impression. Her powerful words resonated deeply. The powerful taste lingered on his tongue.
A powerful scent wafted from the kitchen. The powerful voice echoed through the hall. His powerful voice commanded attention in the crowd.
View all translations of powerful
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- French:puissant, fort, ...
- German:kräftig, mächtig, ...
- Italian:possente, potente, ...
- Spanish:fuerte, poderoso, ...
- Portuguese:forte, poderoso, ...
- Chinese:强壮的, 强大的, ...
- Japanese:力強い, 強力な, ...
- Arabic:قَوِيّ, ذو نُفُوذ, ...
- Hebrew:חָזָק, רַב־עוֹצְמָה, ...
- Russian:мощный, могущественный, ...
- Ukrainian:могутній, впливовий, ...
- Hindi:गठीला, प्रभावशाली, ...
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