Power: meaning, definitions and examples

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power

[ ˈpaʊər ]

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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.

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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.

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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:

🇵🇹 poder

energia
força

🇮🇳 शक्ति

ऊर्जा
बल

🇩🇪 Macht

Energie
Kraft

🇮🇩 kekuatan

energi
daya

🇺🇦 сила

енергія
влада

🇵🇱 moc

energia
siła

🇯🇵 力（ちから）

エネルギー
権力（けんりょく）

🇫🇷 pouvoir

énergie
force

🇪🇸 poder

energía
fuerza

🇹🇷 güç

enerji
kuvvet

🇰🇷 힘

에너지
권력

🇸🇦 قوة

طاقة
سلطة

🇨🇿 síla

energie
moc

🇸🇰 sila

energia
moc

🇨🇳 力量

能量
权力

🇸🇮 moč

energija
sila

🇮🇸 kraftur

orka
vald

🇰🇿 қуат

энергия
күш

🇬🇪 ძალა

ენერგია
ძალაუფლება

🇦🇿 güc

enerji
qüvvət

🇲🇽 poder

energía
fuerza

Word origin

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.