powerful

adjective

pow·er·ful ˈpau̇(-ə)r-fəl

Synonyms of powerful next

: having great power, prestige, or influence

a powerful leader

: leading to many or important deductions

a powerful set of postulates

Examples of powerful in a Sentence

The country is becoming more and more powerful. powerful drugs that attack cancer cells The cash bonus provides a powerful incentive to workers. The perfume has a powerful smell. It's a very powerful movie. The dog has a powerful body. She has a powerful voice. The weapons are very powerful. The aardvark uses its powerful claws to dig for food.

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Beyond its retail arm, Amazon has also become a powerful enabler for individuals and businesses through its storefront model. —

Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024 Khalil Haqqani is the uncle of current Taliban Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani, who leads the powerful Haqqani network, a division of the wider Taliban organization. —

Catherine Nicholls, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024 With the Houston Astros looking to create payroll space and already receiving trade inquiries, Tucker is the type of powerful left-handed hitter who could completely alter the dynamic of the Cubs’ lineup. —

Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024 Influencers play a key role in this balance, guiding Gen Zers to brands that offer both quality and value, creating a powerful alignment between consumer desires and brand positioning this holiday season. —

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