POWERS Synonyms: 124 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of powers

plural of power

as in dominions

the right or means to command or control others the emir has nearly complete power over the emirate

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as in faculties

a natural ability of the mind or body dogs have a very highly developed power of smell

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as in energies

something with a usable capacity for doing work nuclear power

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verb

present tense third-person singular of power

as in fuels

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Recent Examples of powers

Noun

Canberra and Wellington are two of the South Pacific's biggest powers and have grown anxious about Beijing's attempts to vie for sway in the region. — ABC News, 9 July 2026 Rather than drawing regional powers into its orbit, the test will likely push them to deepen defense ties with one another to counter China's growing military might, according to analysts. — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 8 July 2026 The Americans possessed experienced leadership, world-class talent and a locker room that consistently competed with volleyball's traditional powers, including Poland, Italy, Brazil and France. — Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 Grodd had psychic powers and other skills after his encounter with an alien spaceship. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 8 July 2026 Last week, lawmakers voted to water down the president’s powers, including barring him from leading a political party, a decision that will now go to a national referendum. — semafor.com, 8 July 2026 People will therefore need their powers of discernment and comprehension more than ever. — Rose Horowitch, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026 Overall, at a time of high tension between the judiciary and the executive branch, the Supreme Court has recalibrated the constitutional separation of powers to significantly empower the president’s role. — Henry Gass, Christian Science Monitor, 7 July 2026 The Verdict on Ina and Julia’s Potato Salad I’m grateful that Ina’s cookbook introduced me to the powers of potato cooking water. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026

Verb

Researchers are adapting the magnetron—the same component that powers microwave ovens—to provide the 10 megawatts of power required for ADS. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 19 Feb. 2026 How Wisconsin's solar battery park powers 130,000 homes The Paris Solar farm began producing power in December 2024 and generates 200 megawatts of renewable electricity during the day. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2025

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The show represents a milestone in American TV, when showrunners like Shonda Rhimes began to become famous names in and of themselves, and create whole dominions of TV shows on networks and streaming services.

— Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 29 June 2026
And they are captivated by a vision of an imperial federation, with a parliament in London, where Britain would be an important partner, but just one, and where Canada and the other dominions would have representation.

— David Frum, The Atlantic, 4 Feb. 2026

Definition of dominions

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Colliding protons at record-setting energies of almost 14 trillion electron volts (TeV), the LHC became the world’s most powerful collider and redrew the map of experimental particle physics.

— Florencia Canelli, Scientific American, 1 July 2026
This is turning into a strange tournament for Germany, full of duelling energies.

— Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 26 June 2026

Definition of energies

Verb

The company charges $20 per guest, per day for those in suites, and $18 for all other passengers.

— Nathan Diller, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Another indictment charges Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, 38, a former associate of Bishnoi who allegedly developed his own independent criminal network that grew to rival Bishnoi’s gang.

— Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

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Gartner has predicted that more than 40% of agentic AI projects will be canceled by 2027 over escalating costs, unclear value or weak risk controls.

— Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
Work begins on JetZero’s first demonstrator This aircraft is intended to prove JetZero’s calculations on aerodynamics, structures, manufacturing, and flight controls.

— Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026

Definition of controls

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Scientists warn that climate change caused in part by the burning of fuels like gasoline, oil and coal is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of heat and dryness, making certain regions more vulnerable to wildfires.

— Suman Naishadham, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
There are currently two active fuels and fire behavior advisories covering the west slope, front range, and Southeast of Colorado, southern Wyoming, eastern Nevada, Utah, and the Arizona strip.

— Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026

Definition of fuels

Verb

Despite the unlikely duo closing in, the crime ring pushes past their limits, putting everything on the line for their beliefs — and their most ambitious heist yet.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 10 July 2026
This pushes brands to adopt medical terminology and focus on biological aging mechanisms, as seen with LYMA's new skincare system, developed with scientists and boasting clinical improvements like 71% hydration.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026