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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In sectors like tunneling, mining and deep drilling, high-power lasers could help break rock and accelerate excavation processes. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 26 Mar. 2026 The other will be a high-power chip, designed for space that could be used by SpaceX and xAI. Kara Carlson, Fortune, 22 Mar. 2026 The smart toilet likewise features a self-cleaning foam shield and high-power flush that reduces maintenance while ensuring daily sanitation without harsh chemicals. Ethan Stone, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026 Design Large, high-power Porro prism model. Matt Morris, Space.com, 4 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high-powered

Word History

First Known Use

1917, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 1 Apr. 2026.

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