high-powered

adjective

Definition of high-powerednext
as in dynamic

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Recent Examples of high-powered The country is essentially the only large-scale producer and processor of heavy rare-earth elements, such as dysprosium and terbium, which are critical for building high-power, high-torque EV motors. — Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026 None, however, come close to the reigning permanent-magnet champ, neodymium iron boron (NdFeB), which dominates high-power applications. — Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 29 Apr. 2026 The charger’s design and direct DC inputs make the Express Solo about 30 percent cheaper to buy and operate compared to existing high-power chargers, according to the company. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 22 Apr. 2026 The bill, led by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias, regulates the fastest and most high-powered e-bikes, and defines and regulates other micromobility devices, such as scooters, skateboards and unicycles. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high-powered
Recent Examples of Synonyms for high-powered
  1. dynamic
  2. vigorous
  3. robust
  4. prominent
  5. famous
  6. energetic
  7. renowned
  8. forceful
Adjective
  • Between that difficult dynamic, the questionable backcourt of Davion Mitchell and Klay Thompson and a host of other problems that have already been revealed, missing the Play-In together is legitimately in play.
    — Dan Woike, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2026
  • And Washington must lean into a role as military integrator, smoothing out communication and coordination at sea for navies not used to dynamic multimember missions.
    — Dana Stroul, Foreign Affairs, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of dynamic
Adjective
  • Texas law requires elementary schools to provide at least 30 minutes a day of moderate to vigorous physical activity, which can be cut to 27 minutes per day if scheduling makes the full amount impractical.
    — Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Figures emerge from his signature black background, their silhouettes resolving and dissolving amid legato drips and vigorous brushwork.
    — Tara Anne Dalbow, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of vigorous
Adjective
  • The most robust evidence in the field is a study published in JAMA Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery in 2024, which looked at airflow during mouth occlusion in more than 50 patients.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
  • But Hayden said the Shuckers Union will have a pretty robust sparkling wine menu — one that isn’t just prosecco or just champagne, but the fun sparkling wines found around the world that usually fall in the middle of those two wines’ price points.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of robust
Adjective
  • On election night in 2025, New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani began his victory speech by quoting Eugene Debs, one of the most prominent socialists in 20th-century American politics.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Owners Atlanta Dream The scheduling dispute also drew attention beyond the league, with prominent figures weighing in on the unusual Thursday afternoon tipoff.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of prominent
Adjective
  • Wagmor became famous in 2019 after the organization was featured on Ellen DeGeneres’ talk show.
    — Alene Tchekmedyian, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Then the heart-wrenching, disturbing discussion of why Nevada became famous overnight was brought up.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of famous
Adjective
  • This lunar event shifts the energetic landscape significantly.
    — Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Now, the Andrés group is back with an equally glamorous restaurant, one that highlights aged steaks in an energetic and theatrical setting.
    — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of energetic
Adjective
  • The brand is arguably the world's most renowned, trusted name in pliers and continues to innovate.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2026
  • The species is named in honor of the late Ermi Zhao, a renowned Chinese herpetologist.
    — Aspen Pflughoeft, Sacbee.com, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of renowned
Adjective
  • The operation comes days before Israel’s election, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and right-wing ministers vow forceful action and demolition of Palestinian buildings.
    — Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Anderson’s cover is string-heavy and tropical in nature, but where Buffett sang it with a forceful voice, Anderson goes for soft and understated, allowing both men’s versions to stand distinctly on their own.
    — Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of forceful

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