Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense powers, present participle powering, past tense, past participle powered
1. uncountable noun
If someone has power, they have a lot of control over people and activities.
She interviewed six women who have reached positions of great power and influence.
In a democracy, power must be divided.
...a political power struggle between the Liberals and National Party.
Synonyms: control, authority, influence, command More Synonyms of power
2. uncountable noun [usually NOUN to-infinitive]
Your powerto do something is your ability to do it.
Human societies have the power to solve the problems confronting them.
He was so drunk that he had lost the power of speech. [+ of]
Synonyms: ability, capacity, faculty, property More Synonyms of power
3. uncountable noun
If it is in or within your powerto do something, you are able to do it or you have the resources to deal with it.
Your debt situation is only temporary, and it is within your power to resolve it.
Although it is not in his power to do so, he said he would rebuild the Air Base.
We must do everything in our power to ensure the success of the conference.
4. uncountable noun
If someone in authority has the power to do something, they have the legal right to do it.
The Prime Minister has the power to dismiss and appoint senior ministers.
The police have the power of arrest.
The legal powers of British Customs officers are laid out in the Customs and ExciseManagement Act of 1969.
Synonyms: authority, right, licence, privilege More Synonyms of power
5. uncountable noun [oft inNOUN]
If people take power or come to power, they take charge of a country's affairs. If a group of people are in power, they are in charge of a country's affairs.
In 1964 Labour came into power.
He first assumed power in 1970.
The party has been in power since independence in 1964.
6. countable noun
You can use power to refer to a country that is very rich or important, or has strong military forces.
The country is a major power in an area of great strategic importance.
...the emergence of a new major economic power.
7. uncountable noun
The power of something is the ability that it has to move or affect things.
The Roadrunner had better power, better tyres, and better brakes.
...massive computing power.
8. uncountable noun
Power is energy, especially electricity, that is obtained in large quantities from a fuel source and used to operate lights, heating, and machinery.
Nuclear power is cleaner than coal.
Power has been restored to most parts that were hit last night by high winds.
There is enough power to run up to four lights.
9. verb
The device or fuel that powers a machine provides the energy that the machine needs in order to work.
The battery could power an electric car for 600 miles on a single charge. [VERB noun]
The planes are powered by Rolls Royce engines. [VERB noun]
-poweredcombining form
...battery-powered radios.
...nuclear-powered submarines.
10. See also high-powered
11. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
Power tools are operated by electricity.
...large power tools, such as chainsaws.
...a power drill.
12. singular noun
In mathematics, power is used in expressions such as 2 to the power of 4 or 2 to the 4th power to indicate that 2 must be multiplied by itself 4 times. This is written in numbers as 2⁴, or 2 x 2 x 2 x 2, which equals16.
Any number to the power of nought is equal to one.
13.
See the powers that be
Phrasal verbs:
See power ahead
See power up
More Synonyms of power
power in British English
(ˈpaʊə)
noun
1.
ability or capacity to do something
2. (often plural)
a specific ability, capacity, or faculty
3.
political, financial, social, etc, force or influence
4.
control or dominion or a position of control, dominion, or authority
5.
a state or other political entity with political, industrial, or military strength
6.
a person who exercises control, influence, or authority
a power in the state
7.
a prerogative, privilege, or liberty
8.
a.
legal authority to act, esp in a specified capacity, for another
b.
the document conferring such authority
9.
a.
a military force
b.
military potential
10. mathematics
a.
the value of a number or quantity raised to some exponent
b. another name for exponent (sense 4)
11. statistics
the probability of rejecting the null hypothesis in a test when it is false. The power of a test of a given null depends on the particular alternative hypothesis against which it is tested
12. physics, engineering
a measure of the rate of doing work expressed as the work done per unit time. It ismeasured in watts, horsepower, etc
Symbol: P
13.
a.
the rate at which electrical energy is fed into or taken from a device or system. It is expressed, in a direct-current circuit,as the product of current and voltage and, in an alternating-current circuit, as the product of the effective values of the current and voltage and the cosine of the phase angle between them. It is measured in watts
b.
(as modifier)
a power amplifier
14.
the ability to perform work
15.
a.
mechanical energy as opposed to manual labour
b.
(as modifier)
a power mower
16.
a particular form of energy
nuclear power
17.
a.
a measure of the ability of a lens or optical system to magnify an object, equal to the reciprocal of the focal length. It is measured in dioptres
b. another word for magnification
18. informal
a large amount or quantity
a power of good
19. (plural)
the sixth of the nine orders into which the angels are traditionally divided in medieval angelology
20. in one's power
21. in someone's power
22. the powers that be
verb(transitive)
23.
to give or provide power to
24.
to fit (a machine) with a motor or engine
25. (intransitive) slang
to travel with great speed or force
Word origin
C13: from Anglo-Norman poer, from Vulgar Latin potēre (unattested), from Latin posse to be able
power in American English
(ˈpaʊər)
noun
1.
ability to do, act, or produce
2.
a specific ability or faculty
the power of hearing
3.
great ability to do, act, or affect strongly; vigor; force; strength
4.
a.
the ability to control others; authority; sway; influence
b. [pl.]
special authority assigned to or exercised by a person or group holding office
c.
legal ability or authority; also, a document giving it
5.
a source of physical or mechanical force or energy; force or energy that is at, orcan be put to, work
electric power, water power
6.
the rate at which work is done: abbrev. P
7.
a person or thing having great influence, force, or authority
8.
a nation, esp. one having influence or domination over other nations
the great powers
9.
national might or political strength
10.
a spirit or divinity
11. Dialectal
a large number or quantity (of something specified)
12.
a. Archaic
an armed force; army; navy
b.
military strength
air power
13. Ancient Mathematics
a.
the product of the multiplication of a quantity by itself
4 is the second power of 2 (22)
b.
exponent (sense 4)
14. Optics
the degree of magnification of a lens, microscope, telescope, etc., expressed as a ratio of the diameters of image and object
verb transitive
15.
to supply with power or with a source of power
adjective
16.
operated by electricity, a fuel engine, etc.
power tools, a power mower
17.
served by an auxiliary, engine-powered system that reduces the effort of the operation
power steering
18.
carrying electricity
power lines
19.
of, for, or signifying persons in business or politics regarded as powerful
a power lunch, a power suit
SIMILAR WORDS: strength
Idioms:
in power
the powers that be
SYNONYMY NOTE: power denotes the inherent ability or the admitted right to rule, govern, and determine[the limited power of a president]; authority refers to the power, because of rank or office, to give commands, enforce obedience,and make decisions [the authority of a teacher]; jurisdiction refers to the power to rule or decide within certain defined limits [the jurisdiction of the courts]; dominion implies sovereign or supreme authority [dominion over a dependent state]; sway stresses the predominance or sweeping scope of power [the Romans held sway over the ancient world]; control, in this connection, implies authority to regulate, restrain, or curb [under the control of a guardian]; command implies such authority that enforces obedience to one's orders [in command of a regiment]
Word origin
ME pouer < OFr poeir, earlier poter, orig. inf. < VL *potere, to be able, for L posse, to be able: see potent
power in Mechanical Engineering
(paʊər)
noun
(Mechanical engineering: Energy, thermodynamics and heat transfer)
Power is the rate at which energy is produced or used.
The watt is a unit of power, equal to one joule per second.
Power is usually transmitted through overhead cables.
Power is the rate at which energy is produced or used.
power in Electrical Engineering
(paʊər)
noun
(Electrical engineering: Circuits, Electrical power, Computing and control)
Power is electricity obtained in large quantities from a fuel source that is used to operatemachines, lights, and heating.
We need to calculate the power consumption of this system in watts.
Should the wind turbine produce more power than the demand of the house, this excess power is fed into the grid via a meterthat counts the units fed into the grid.
Power is electricity obtained in large quantities from a fuel source that is used to operatemachines, lights, and heating.
nuclear power, power factor, power factor correction, power grid, power line, power plant, power point, power station, power supply, reactive power, solar power, tidal power, uninterruptible power supply, wave power
Talking about powerWe usually say that power is generated or produced when it is made.A thing or process that power comes from is a source of power.A power failure or outage is a temporary loss of the electric power to an area.
More idioms containing
power
all power to your elbow
the power behind the throne
COBUILD Collocations
power
computing power
considerable power
destructive power
extra power
imperial power
real power
supernatural power
Examples of 'power' in a sentence
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It is to gain power and control.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
It is powered by a battery that lasts three to four weeks.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The power pose was one of those nuggets of glamorous research which gained instant global popularity.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Either she has prodigious persuasive powers, given most of big business voted remain.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
An August cut in power subsidies raised electricity bills by the same percentage.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Three minutes into the second half, the lights went off as the area suffered a power cut.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
FAMILIES face a hike in their energy bills as power giants get set to pass on increases in the price they pay.
The Sun (2016)
The answer, shameful but informed by realpolitik, is that no major western power is prepared to intervene.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
I felt a realisation I had that ability and power to let that go and forgive.
The Sun (2016)
This ring has the power to control all other rings.
Christianity Today (2000)
The navies of all the major powers awaited the outcome of this confrontation with particular fascination.
Gavin Weightman SIGNOR MARCONI'S MAGIC BOX: The invention that sparked the radio revolution (2003)
The new hybrid engines have reduced power but better battery life.
The Sun (2014)
We had this power and energy and were just perfect together.
The Sun (2013)
More than one story is powered by feelings of abandonment.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
The electric power steering is too sudden.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
We ask residents in the areas near power plants to act calmly.
The Sun (2011)
The nuclear power plant is in an earthquake zone.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The role and power of political officers were downgraded.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
The tribunal has no legal power to compel his attendance.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
The power of the new moon in your values chart makes you smarter and luckier with money.
The Sun (2009)
Air power can help with that too but it is a poor substitute for policy.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Some things are more important than power.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Two-thirds are turning off lights and other electrical devices to reduce power bills.
The Sun (2008)
With great power comes great merchandising opportunities.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
You are considering the introduction of a small electrically powered car for city use.
Charles A. D'Ambrosio & Stewart D. Hodges & Richard Brealey & Stewart Myers Principles of Corporate Finance (1991)
You have a very simple four-cylinder engine powering electric motors.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
We know Price has the power and technical ability.
The Sun (2013)
Quotations
Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutelyFirst Baron Actonletter
Unlimited power is apt to corrupt the minds of those who possess itWilliam Pitt, Earl of Chatham
Power is the great aphrodisiacHenry Kissinger
Here we may reign secure, and in my choice To reign is worth ambition though in hell; Better to reign in hell, than serve in heav'nJohn MiltonParadise Lost
there is no such thing as revolutionary power, for all power is reactionary by natureSpanish anarchist slogan
Political power grows out of the barrel of a gunMao Tse-tung
A friend in power is a friend lostHenry Brooks AdamsThe Education of Henry Adams
The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of acivilized community, against his will, is to prevent harm to others. His own good, either physical or moral, is not a sufficient warrantJohn Stuart MillOn Liberty
In other languages
power
British English: power /ˈpaʊə/ NOUN
control If someone has power, they have control over people.
He has the power to keep you in after school.
American English: power
Arabic: قُوَّة
Brazilian Portuguese: poder
Chinese: 力量
Croatian: moć
Czech: moc
Danish: magt
Dutch: macht
European Spanish: poder
Finnish: valta
French: pouvoir autorité
German: Macht
Greek: ισχύς
Italian: potere
Japanese: 能力
Korean: 힘
Norwegian: makt
Polish: siła zdolność
European Portuguese: poder
Romanian: putere
Russian: власть
Latin American Spanish: poder fuerza, vigor
Swedish: makt
Thai: อำนาจ
Turkish: güç erk
Ukrainian: влада
Vietnamese: quyền lực
British English: power /ˈpaʊə/ NOUN
strength The power of something is its strength.
The engine doesn't often work at full power.
American English: power
Arabic: قُوَّة
Brazilian Portuguese: energia
Chinese: 功率
Croatian: snaga
Czech: síla
Danish: styrke
Dutch: kracht
European Spanish: potencia
Finnish: teho
French: puissance
German: Kraft
Greek: ισχύς
Italian: potenza
Japanese: 力
Korean: 동력
Norwegian: kraft
Polish: moc
European Portuguese: potência
Romanian: putere
Russian: мощность
Latin American Spanish: potencia
Swedish: effekt
Thai: กำลัง
Turkish: güç
Ukrainian: сила
Vietnamese: sức mạnh
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All related terms of 'power'
air power
A nation's air power is the strength of its air force.
in power
in authority
power cut
A power cut is a period of time when the electricity supply to a particular building or area is stopped , sometimes deliberately.
power nap
a short sleep taken during the working day with the intention of improving the quality of work later in the day
power saw
a saw driven by a motor
power set
a set the elements of which are all the subsets of a given set
power up
When you power up something such as a computer or a machine , you connect it to a power supply and switch it on.
sea power
Sea power is the size and strength of a country's navy .
Black Power
a social , economic , and political movement of Black people, esp in the US, to obtain equality with White people
extra power
If someone has power , they have a lot of control over people and activities.
fire power
the amount of fire that may be delivered by a unit or weapon
girl power
an assertiveness and self-confidence shown by girls and young women
Great Power
a nation that has exceptional political influence , resources , and military strength
green power
electricity generated in a way that is in keeping with conservation of the world's natural resources and improvement of the environment
grey power
the political, financial , or social influence of elderly people
hard power
the ability to achieve one's goals by force, esp military force
power ahead
If an economy or company powers ahead , it becomes stronger and more successful .
power alley
either of the two areas in the outfield between the outfielders
power base
The power base of a politician or other leader is the area or the group of people from which they get most support, and which enables him or her to become powerful.
power brake
an automotive brake set by pressure from some power source , as a compressed-air reservoir , in proportion to a smaller amount of pressure on the brake pedal
power brand
a brand of product that is a household name associated with a successful company
power cable
→ another name for power line
power dive
a steep dive by an aircraft with its engines at high power
power down
to shut down (a computer system) in a methodical way, concluding by switching the power off
power drill
a hand tool with a rotating chuck driven by an electric motor and designed to take an assortment of tools for drilling , grinding , polishing , etc
power elite
a small group of people who have a disproportionately large amount of control or influence (over society , politics , wealth , global affairs , etc)
power game
You can refer to a situation in which different people or groups are competing for power as a power game , especially if you disapprove of the methods they are using in order to try to win power.
power grab
an opportunistic acquisition of power
power grid
A power grid is a network of power lines and associated equipment used to transmit and distribute electricity over a geographic area.
power line
A power line is a cable , especially above ground , along which electricity is passed to an area or building .
power list
a list (esp one published in a newspaper , magazine , etc) of the most influential or successful people in a particular field or a particular country
power lunch
a high-powered business meeting conducted over lunch
power mower
a lawn mower that is powered and propelled by an electric motor or gasoline engine ( distinguished from hand mower )
power pack
a device for converting the current from a supply into direct or alternating current at the voltage required by a particular electrical or electronic device
power plant
A power plant is the same as a power station .
power play
A power play is an attempt to gain an advantage by showing that you are more powerful than another person or organization , for example in a business relationship or negotiation .
power point
A power point is a place in a wall where you can connect electrical equipment to the electricity supply.
power surge
an unexpected , temporary increase in the current or voltage of an electrical circuit
power tool
a tool powered by electricity
power train
a train of gears and shafting transmitting power from an engine, motor , etc., to a mechanism being driven
power trio
a format in rock music which emphasizes instrumental performance by limiting the sound to bass , drums , and guitar (with no rhythm guitar or keyboards and less emphasis on vocals if any)
power yoga
a form of yoga involving aerobic exercises and constant strenuous movement
pupil power
the influence of or the increased status of the beliefs or actions of pupils
real power
If someone has power , they have a lot of control over people and activities.
soft power
the ability to achieve one's goals without force, esp by diplomacy , persuasion , etc
solar power
heat radiation from the sun converted into electrical power
tidal power
the use of the rise and fall of tides involving very large volumes of water at low heads to generate electric power
water power
the power latent in a dynamic or static head of water as used to drive machinery , esp for generating electricity
wave power
power extracted from the motion of sea waves at the coast
[ c ] ( in report, lecture, interview ) 论(論)点(點) lùndiǎn [ 个(個) gè ]
to do everything in one's power to help
竭尽(盡)全力帮(幫)助 jiéjìn quánlì bāngzhù
1 (noun)
Definition
a position of control, esp. over the running of a country
women who have reached positions of great power and influence
Synonyms
control
The first aim of his government would be to establish control over the republic's territory.
authority
He has no natural authority.
influence
As we grew older, I had less influence and couldn't control him.
command
the struggle for command of the air
sovereignty
Concern to protect national sovereignty is far from new.
sway
How can mothers keep daughters under their sway?
dominance
They're unpopular for their dominance over the community.
domination
They had five centuries of domination by the Romans.
supremacy
The president asserted his supremacy over the prime minister.
mastery
a region where humans have gained mastery over the major rivers
dominion
They believe they have dominion over us.
ascendancy
The extremists are gaining ascendancy.
mana (New Zealand)
a leader of great mana and influence
bottom
2 (noun)
Definition
ability to do something
He was so terrified that he had lost the power of speech.
Synonyms
ability
No one had faith in his ability to do the job.
capacity
Our capacity for giving care, love and attention is limited.
faculty
a faculty for self-preservation
property
potential
The boy has potential.
capability
These tasks are far beyond her capabilities.
competence
I regard her as a woman of integrity and high professional competence.
competency
Opposites
inability
,
incompetence
,
incapacity
,
incapability
3 (noun)
Definition
a prerogative or privilege
The Prime Minister has the power to dismiss senior ministers.
Synonyms
authority
The judge has no authority to order a second trial.
right
a woman's right to choose
licence
Fiction gives her licence to go where the traditional biographer would not dare to tread.
privilege
The ancient powers and privileges of the House of Commons.
warrant
Police have issued a warrant for his arrest.
prerogative
I thought it was a woman's prerogative to change her mind?
authorization
a request for authorization to use military force
4 (noun)
Definition
political, financial, or social force or authority
He had no power in his left arm.
Synonyms
strength
He was surprised at the strength of his own feeling.
might
The might of the army could prove a decisive factor.
energy
He was saving his energy for the big race in Belgium.
weight
That argument no longer carries much weight.
muscle
The team showed more muscle than mental application.
vigour
He lacks the vigour of a normal, healthy teenager.
He played with great vigour.
potency
the extraordinary potency of his personality
welly (slang)
brawn
He's got plenty of brains as well as brawn.
hard power
Opposites
weakness
,
impotence
,
feebleness
,
listlessness
, enervation
5 (noun)
Definition
political, financial, or social force or authority
the power of his rhetoric
Synonyms
forcefulness
force
He changed our world through the force of his ideas.
strength
They have their own independence movement which is gathering strength.
punch (informal)
The film lacks punch and pace.
intensity
His intensity, and the ferocity of his feelings alarmed me.
potency
Her remarks have added potency given the current situation.
eloquence
the eloquence with which he delivered his message
persuasiveness
cogency
powerfulness
idiom
See the powers that be
Quotations
Power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely [First Baron Acton – letter]Unlimited power is apt to corrupt the minds of those who possess it [William Pitt, Earl of Chatham]Power is the great aphrodisiac [Henry Kissinger]Here we may reign secure, and in my choice To reign is worth ambition though in hell; Better to reign in hell, than serve in heav'n [John Milton – Paradise Lost]there is no such thing as revolutionary power, for all power is reactionary by nature [Spanish anarchist slogan]Political power grows out of the barrel of a gun [Mao Tse-tung]A friend in power is a friend lost [Henry Brooks Adams – The Education of Henry Adams]The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community, against his will, is to prevent harm to others. His own good, either physical or moral, is not a sufficient warrant [John Stuart Mill – On Liberty]
Additional synonyms
in the sense of ascendancy
Definition
the condition of being dominant
The extremists are gaining ascendancy.
Synonyms
influence,
power,
control,
rule,
authority,
command,
reign,
sovereignty,
sway,
dominance,
domination,
superiority,
supremacy,
mastery,
dominion,
upper hand,
hegemony,
prevalence,
pre-eminence,
predominance,
rangatiratanga (New Zealand)
in the sense of authorization
a request for authorization to use military force
Synonyms
permission,
right,
leave,
power,
authority,
ability,
strength,
permit,
sanction,
licence,
approval,
warrant,
say-so (informal),
credentials,
a blank cheque
in the sense of brawn
Definition
physical strength
He's got plenty of brains as well as brawn.
Synonyms
muscle,
might,
power,
strength,
muscles,
beef (informal),
flesh,
vigour,
robustness,
muscularity,
beefiness (informal),
brawniness
Synonyms of 'power'
power
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Additional synonyms
in the sense of capability
Definition
the ability or skill to do something
These tasks are far beyond her capabilities.
Synonyms
ability,
means,
power,
potential,
facility,
capacity,
qualification(s),
faculty,
competence,
proficiency,
wherewithal,
potentiality
in the sense of capacity
Definition
the ability to do something
Our capacity for giving care, love and attention is limited.
Synonyms
ability,
power,
strength,
facility,
gift,
intelligence,
efficiency,
genius,
faculty,
capability,
forte,
readiness,
aptitude,
aptness,
competence or competency
in the sense of cogency
Synonyms
conviction,
force,
power,
strength,
potency
in the sense of command
Definition
knowledge
the struggle for command of the air
Synonyms
domination,
control,
rule,
grasp,
sway,
mastery,
dominion,
upper hand,
power,
government
in the sense of competence
Definition
the state of being legally competent or qualified
I regard her as a woman of integrity and high professional competence.
Synonyms
ability,
skill,
talent,
capacity,
expertise,
proficiency,
competency,
capability
in the sense of dominance
They're unpopular for their dominance over the community.
Synonyms
control,
government,
power,
rule,
authority,
command,
sway,
domination,
supremacy,
mastery,
ascendancy,
paramountcy
in the sense of domination
They had five centuries of domination by the Romans.
Synonyms
control,
power,
rule,
authority,
influence,
command,
sway,
dictatorship,
repression,
oppression,
suppression,
supremacy,
mastery,
tyranny,
ascendancy,
subordination,
despotism,
subjection
in the sense of dominion
Definition
control or authority
They believe they have dominion over us.
Synonyms
control,
government,
power,
rule,
authority,
command,
sovereignty,
sway,
domination,
jurisdiction,
supremacy,
mastery,
ascendancy,
mana (New Zealand)
in the sense of eloquence
Definition
the ability to speak or write in a skilful and convincing way
the eloquence with which he delivered his message
Synonyms
fluency,
effectiveness,
oratory,
expressiveness,
persuasiveness,
forcefulness,
gracefulness,
powerfulness,
whaikorero (New Zealand)
in the sense of energy
Definition
capacity for intense activity
He was saving his energy for the big race in Belgium.
Synonyms
strength,
might,
force,
power,
activity,
intensity,
stamina,
exertion,
forcefulness
Additional synonyms
in the sense of faculty
Definition
any ability or power, either inborn or acquired
a faculty for self-preservation
Synonyms
ability,
power,
skill,
facility,
talent,
gift,
capacity,
bent,
capability,
readiness,
knack,
propensity,
aptitude,
dexterity,
cleverness,
adroitness,
turn
in the sense of force
Definition
intellectual or moral influence
He changed our world through the force of his ideas.
Synonyms
influence,
power,
effect,
authority,
weight,
strength,
punch (informal),
significance,
effectiveness,
validity,
efficacy,
soundness,
persuasiveness,
cogency,
bite
in the sense of influence
Definition
power resulting from ability, wealth, or position
As we grew older, I had less influence and couldn't control him.
Synonyms
control,
power,
authority,
direction,
command,
domination,
supremacy,
mastery,
ascendancy,
mana (New Zealand),
bottom
in the sense of intensity
Definition
the state or quality of being intense
His intensity, and the ferocity of his feelings alarmed me.
Synonyms
passion,
emotion,
fervour,
force,
power,
fire,
energy,
strength,
depth,
concentration,
excess,
severity,
vigour,
potency,
extremity,
welly (slang),
fanaticism,
ardour,
vehemence,
earnestness,
keenness,
fierceness,
fervency,
intenseness
in the sense of licence
Definition
formal permission or exemption
Fiction gives her licence to go where the traditional biographer would not dare to tread.
Synonyms
permission,
the right,
authority,
leave,
sanction,
liberty,
privilege,
immunity,
entitlement,
exemption,
prerogative,
authorization,
dispensation,
a free hand,
carte blanche,
blank cheque
in the sense of mana
Definition
authority, influence and prestige
a leader of great mana and influence
Synonyms
authority,
influence,
power,
might,
force,
weight,
strength,
domination,
sway,
standing,
status,
importance,
esteem,
stature,
eminence
in the sense of mastery
Definition
complete power or control
a region where humans have gained mastery over the major rivers
Synonyms
control,
authority,
command,
rule,
victory,
triumph,
sway,
domination,
superiority,
conquest,
supremacy,
dominion,
upper hand,
ascendancy,
pre-eminence,
mana (New Zealand),
whip hand
in the sense of might
Definition
great power, strength, or vigour
The might of the army could prove a decisive factor.
Synonyms
power,
force,
energy,
ability,
strength,
capacity,
efficiency,
capability,
sway,
clout (informal),
vigour,
prowess,
potency,
efficacy,
valour,
puissance,
hard power
in the sense of muscle
Definition
strength or force
The team showed more muscle than mental application.
Synonyms
strength,
might,
force,
power,
weight,
stamina,
potency,
brawn,
sturdiness
in the sense of potency
the extraordinary potency of his personality
Synonyms
influence,
might,
force,
control,
authority,
energy,
potential,
strength,
capacity,
mana (New Zealand)
Additional synonyms
in the sense of potency
Her remarks have added potency given the current situation.
Synonyms
persuasiveness,
force,
strength,
muscle,
effectiveness,
sway,
forcefulness,
cogency,
impressiveness
in the sense of potential
Definition
ability or talent not yet in full use
The boy has potential.
Synonyms
ability,
possibilities,
capacity,
capability,
the makings,
what it takes (informal),
aptitude,
wherewithal,
potentiality
in the sense of prerogative
Definition
a special privilege or right
I thought it was a woman's prerogative to change her mind?
Synonyms
right,
choice,
claim,
authority,
title,
due,
advantage,
sanction,
liberty,
privilege,
immunity,
exemption,
birthright,
droit,
perquisite
in the sense of privilege
Definition
a benefit or advantage granted only to certain people
The ancient powers and privileges of the House of Commons.
Synonyms
right,
benefit,
due,
advantage,
claim,
freedom,
sanction,
liberty,
concession,
franchise,
entitlement,
prerogative,
birthright
in the sense of punch
Definition
point or vigour
The film lacks punch and pace.
Synonyms
effectiveness,
force,
bite,
impact,
point,
drive,
vigour,
verve,
forcefulness
in the sense of right
Definition
a freedom or power that is morally or legally due to a person
a woman's right to choose
Synonyms
prerogative,
interest,
business,
power,
claim,
authority,
title,
due,
freedom,
licence,
permission,
liberty,
privilege
in the sense of sovereignty
Definition
the position or authority of a sovereign
Concern to protect national sovereignty is far from new.
Synonyms
supreme power,
domination,
supremacy,
primacy,
sway,
ascendancy,
kingship,
suzerainty,
rangatiratanga (New Zealand)
in the sense of supremacy
Definition
the state or quality of being superior
The president asserted his supremacy over the prime minister.
Synonyms
domination,
dominance,
ascendancy,
sovereignty,
sway,
lordship,
mastery,
dominion,
primacy,
pre-eminence,
predominance,
supreme power,
absolute rule,
paramountcy
in the sense of sway
Definition
power or influence
How can mothers keep daughters under their sway?
Synonyms
power,
control,
influence,
government,
rule,
authority,
command,
sovereignty,
jurisdiction,
clout (informal),
dominion,
predominance,
ascendency
in the sense of vigour
Definition
physical or mental energy
He lacks the vigour of a normal, healthy teenager.He played with great vigour.
Synonyms
energy,
might,
force,
vitality,
power,
activity,
spirit,
strength,
snap (informal),
punch (informal),
dash,
pep,
zip (informal),
animation,
verve,
gusto,
dynamism,
welly (slang),
oomph (informal),
brio,
robustness,
liveliness,
vim,
forcefulness
Additional synonyms
in the sense of warrant
Definition
an official authorization for some action or decision