HIGH-POWERED Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

high-powered

adjective

Definition of high-powered

as in dynamic

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Recent Examples of high-powered The Patriots’ offense was not as efficient or high-powered in last Sunday’s win over the Falcons when Stevenson and Boutte were not on the field. — Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 7 Nov. 2025 Michelle is high-powered enough to have appeared on the covers of Time and Forbes, and to have been photographed with another famous Michelle (Obama). — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2025 Through three weeks, University City boasted one of the most efficient and high-powered offenses in San Diego County. — Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025 Meyers would help make the Minnesota offense one of the most high-powered and dangerous in the NFL. — Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for high-powered

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Adjective

That dynamic, extrapolated across the rising local cost of essential goods, has forced more Miami-Dade families than ever before into economic distress.

— Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
Unlike isolated gym exercises, soccer naturally integrates these elements in a dynamic and enjoyable environment.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of dynamic

Adjective

Nolan advances his vision, however crowd-pleasing and anachronistic, with vigorous confidence and unimpeachable clarity.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 July 2026
Especially in containers and hanging baskets, regular fertilizing is essential for keeping petunias blooming and vigorous all summer long.

— Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026

Definition of vigorous

Adjective

Over 10 years, the risk was 78% higher, although the data was not as robust.

— Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Expectations for price increases on iPhones and other Apple devices will also likely affect the company’s ability to build out its robust user base, hurting its services vertical, Vinh added.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 14 July 2026

Definition of robust

Adjective

Beth Bourne, one of the most prominent anti-transgender activists in California, is running for the Davis Joint Unified School District Board of Education.

— Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 18 July 2026
One of North Carolina’s most prominent transitional housing programs for women, the Center for Community Transitions in Charlotte, has just 30 beds.

— Amber Gaudet July 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026

Definition of prominent

Adjective

That sequence would be remembered as one of the more famous, hilarious stretches in recent golf history, maybe even the core memory of Spieth’s ever-entertaining prime.

— Brody Miller, New York Times, 14 July 2026
Rather than occupying both the Roosevelt’s famous poolside cabanas and the hotel’s upper floor suites, next year, the Felix will restrict its offerings to the two-story cabanas, fostering a more personal and consolidated experience.

— News Desk, Artforum, 14 July 2026

Definition of famous

Adjective

Munda, 19, has intermittently trained with the seniors over the past couple of seasons and the energetic midfielder is primed for a loan move in the new season.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 17 July 2026
In his view, our cognition, mood, and conscious experience reflect deeper energetic processes — down to the subcellular level.

— Rachel Nuwer, Quanta Magazine, 17 July 2026

Definition of energetic

Adjective

Abu Sitta has become one of the most prolific chroniclers of the ongoing Palestinian Nakba and one of the most forceful advocates for Palestinian return.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 July 2026
The Pilsen alderman representing the 25th Ward, known for his left-wing politics and forceful speeches, called on the board to reject the recommendation.

— Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026

Definition of forceful

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