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Power

POW-ur

/ˈpaʊɜːr/

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power

Dictionary meaning

A state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world.

Examples

  • The mysterious presence of an evil power.
  • The gasoline powers the engines.

Synonyms: world power, major power, great power, superpower

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