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What is another word for Powerful? – 237 Powerful Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    potent strong mighty forceful vigorous robust intense energetic dynamic effective efficient capable competent influential dominant commanding authoritative impressive compelling persuasive convincing potent omnipotent almighty invincible unbeatable unconquerable indomitable unassailable formidable redoubtable fearsome awesome stupendous extraordinary remarkable exceptional outstanding notable distinguished celebrated renowned famous illustrious mighty muscular brawny sinewy sturdy stalwart valiant heroic gallant intrepid dauntless fearless undaunted unflinching unyielding unwavering unshakeable resolute determined firm steadfast unrelenting relentless uncompromising

    Meaning of Powerful

    Having great physical, mental, or moral strength.

    Definitions

    • Having great physical, mental, or moral strength
    • * Having a strong effect or influence
    • * Capable of producing a strong impression or sensation

    Etymology of Powerful

    The word "powerful" originated from the Old English word "power" and the suffix "-ful", which is used to form adjectives indicating a fullness or abundance of a particular quality
    The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially meaning "having power or authority" and later expanding to include physical, mental, and moral strength

    Example Uses

    • The powerful engine of the car allowed it to accelerate quickly
    • * She was a powerful speaker who could captivate her audience with ease
    • * The powerful storm caused widespread damage to the area

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    weak feeble frail fragile delicate dainty gentle mild moderate modest humble lowly powerless impotent ineffective inefficient incapable incompetent insignificant unimportant inconsequential negligible slight small tiny miniature puny insignificant trivial petty paltry unsubstantial inconspicuous unnoticed unremarkable unnoteworthy undistinguished

    Related Nouns

    strength power might force energy potency vigor robustness intensity effectiveness efficiency capability competence influence dominance authority impression sensation impact effect consequence result outcome upshot aftermath powerhouse dynamo engine motor machinery equipment gear apparatus device instrument tool appliance facility capacity potential aptitude talent gift endowment faculty

    Related Verbs

    empower enable strengthen fortify energize invigorate stimulate activate motivate inspire influence dominate command authorize impress persuade convince compel coerce force drive push propel thrust boost enhance increase intensify amplify magnify expand enlarge extend prolong reinforce support sustain maintain uphold preserve protect defend safeguard

    Related Adjectives

    strong potent forceful vigorous robust intense energetic dynamic effective efficient capable competent influential dominant commanding authoritative impressive compelling persuasive convincing mighty muscular brawny sinewy sturdy stalwart valiant heroic gallant intrepid dauntless fearless undaunted unflinching unyielding unwavering unshakeable resolute determined firm steadfast unrelenting relentless uncompromising