powerful

Definition

  • adjective: having the ability to control or influence people or things
  • adjective: having great 'power', prestige, or influence
  • synonyms: efficacious, potent, forcible

Examples

  • a 'powerfully' built man [=a man with a body that looks very strong]

  • The cash bonus provides a 'powerful' incentive to workers.

  • His new computer is more 'powerful' than the one I have.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Brothers, this is my decision. We refuse to share power with any of the other Kings and Earls, whoever they are, or however powerful they are. Least of all, my brothers, King Harald Finehair and his brother, for they are dedicated to our overthrow. Is that understood? (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: Revenge Season: 4 Episode 18