Power: meaning, definitions and examples

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power

 

[ หˆpaสŠษ™r ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

energy source

The ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way, often as a result of physical or mental strength. Power can also refer to political or social influence.

Synonyms

authority, control, influence

Examples of usage

  • She used her power to make positive changes in the community.
  • The president has the power to veto legislation.
Context #2 | Noun

electricity

Electrical energy transmitted or converted into a mechanical form. Power is often measured in watts or kilowatts.

Synonyms

current, electricity, energy

Examples of usage

  • The power went out during the storm.
  • The generator provides backup power.
Context #3 | Verb

control or influence

To control or influence others or a situation. It can also mean to supply with electricity.

Synonyms

drive, energize, supply

Examples of usage

  • She powered through the challenges and succeeded.
  • The solar panels power the entire house.

Translations

Translations of the word "power" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น poder

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเค•เฅเคคเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Macht

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kekuatan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะธะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ moc

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅŠ›๏ผˆใกใ‹ใ‚‰๏ผ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pouvoir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ poder

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรผรง

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํž˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ูˆุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sรญla

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ sila

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŠ›้‡

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ moฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kraftur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ัƒะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒซแƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรผc

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ poder

Etymology

The word 'power' originates from the Middle English 'pouer', which came from the Anglo-Norman French 'poer', and ultimately from the Latin 'potere', meaning 'to be able'. The concept of power has evolved over time to encompass physical strength, authority, control, and energy.

See also: powder.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #129, this word is extremely common in English. It's a crucial part of basic vocabulary that's used constantly in both spoken and written communication, making it essential for even basic conversations.