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Powerful

POW-ur-fuhl

/ˈpaʊɜːrfʌl/

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powerful

Dictionary meaning

Displaying superhuman strength or power.

Examples

  • The most powerful government in western Europe.
  • Rugged and powerful.

Synonyms: herculean

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