high-powered

adjective

high-pow·​ered ˈhī-ˈpau̇(-ə)rd How to pronounce high-powered (audio)
variants or less commonly high-power
Synonyms of high-powerednext
1
: having great drive, energy, or capacity : dynamic
a high-powered executive
2
: having or conferring great influence
a high-powered job

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This prototype could make lightweight, high-power electric propulsion a reality for future commercial aircraft. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 June 2026 For smoother hummus, use a high-power blender, blend longer, add more tahini or olive oil, or incorporate ice for airiness. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026 This is especially crucial for the high-power graphics processing units that make up the majority of Nvidia's business. Katie Tarasov,jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 20 May 2026 The structures are also still experimental and nowhere near ready to replace traditional robotic actuators in high-power applications. New Atlas, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for high-powered

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of high-powered was in 1917

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“High-powered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-powered. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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