1
: amount of power expressed in watts
2
: dynamic or mental energy or appeal
the celebrity's high wattage
Examples of wattage in a Sentence
Use a bulb with low wattage.
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These lights tend to have a downward cast and lower wattage, which are less disruptive to neighbors or animals.
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Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2025
Expect jazzy takes on holiday classics, special high-wattage surprise guests and plenty of friendly banter from the chatty group, which also features John Munson of Trip Shakespeare and Semisonic on bass and Steve Roehm of Electropolis on vibraphone.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 27 Nov. 2025
This 1600 wattage dryer is a cult-favorite because of its ability to dry hair (even the thickest) in a matter of minutes.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2025
Look for a timer that can handle the amount of wattage of your lights.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2025
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Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2025
Expect jazzy takes on holiday classics, special high-wattage surprise guests and plenty of friendly banter from the chatty group, which also features John Munson of Trip Shakespeare and Semisonic on bass and Steve Roehm of Electropolis on vibraphone.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 27 Nov. 2025
This 1600 wattage dryer is a cult-favorite because of its ability to dry hair (even the thickest) in a matter of minutes.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2025
Look for a timer that can handle the amount of wattage of your lights.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for wattage
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“Wattage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wattage. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.
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wattage
noun
watt·age
ˈwät-ij 
: amount of power expressed in watts
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