CEFR A2

powerful

adjective

Meaning

Having great power, strength, or influence.

Examples

She is a powerful leader who commands respect.
The drug has a powerful effect on the body.

Synonyms: strong, potent, mighty, influential, formidable

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powerful (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈpaʊərfl/

Definition

Having great power, strength, or influence.

Examples

She is a powerful leader who commands respect.
The drug has a powerful effect on the body.
He delivered a powerful speech that moved the audience.

How to Use powerful

powerful at (prepositional phrase): Having great ability or skill in a particular area. — "He is very powerful at negotiation."
powerful tool (collocation): A resource or instrument that is highly effective. — "The internet is a powerful tool for learning."

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