high-powered

adjective

Definition of high-powerednext
as in dynamic

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Recent Examples of high-powered The Patriots’ offense was not as efficient or high-powered in last Sunday’s win over the Falcons when Stevenson and Boutte were not on the field. — Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 7 Nov. 2025 Through three weeks, University City boasted one of the most efficient and high-powered offenses in San Diego County. — Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025 Explore displays of vintage and high-powered automobiles, sip on craft beers, enjoy shopping local boutiques and let the kids enjoy family-friendly activities such as face painting, a petting zoo and more. — Ave Maria, Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 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
  • Unlike dynamic stretching, static stretching holds muscles in a lengthened position for an extended period.
    — Hannah Harper, Health, 1 July 2026
  • However, beginning in the late 1950s, advancing spacecraft technology allowed scientists to study planets, moons and smaller bodies up close, revealing worlds far more diverse and dynamic than could be seen through telescopes alone.
    — Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of dynamic
Adjective
  • Dunlap notes that borage can grow to about 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, while tomatoes are known for their vigorous growth.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026
  • Levine Cava gave the golden-colored dog a vigorous pat on the head.
    — Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 27 June 2026
Definition of vigorous
Adjective
  • Before the earthquakes, the government generally defended its national health system as robust, blaming shortcomings on sanctions imposed by the United States.
    — Max Saltman, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
  • The country also offers robust infrastructure, with new projects such as the Hafeet Rail, enhanced digital connectivity, favorable tax policies, and a low crime rate.
    — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
Definition of robust
Adjective
  • One prominent Cherokee named Katteuha co-wrote a letter to Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention in 1787, urging him to push for peace between the Native people and settlers.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • The effect of protostar outflows on their environment can be seen in the JWST image via the prominent blue ridges.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of prominent
Adjective
  • Each invite reportedly includes a unque watermark so the famous couple will know if anyone leaks information about their nuptials on social media.
    — Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 30 June 2026
  • On June 23, the Legally Blonde star, 50, broke out her Elle Woods best for the premiere of Elle, a brand-new series chronicling her famous character’s life before her time at Harvard Law.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
Definition of famous
Adjective
  • Work with Your Design Style A color this bright and energetic couldn’t possibly be versatile, too, right?
    — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2026
  • Brazil were energetic and vertical, Vinicius Junior and Rayan stretched their opponents and Gabriel Martinelli’s stoppage-time winner was just reward.
    — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of energetic
Adjective
  • Sutton said The Wounded Blue first purchased the officer a wheelchair before connecting him with a renowned spinal surgeon through the same anonymous donor.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
  • Born on a farm in Maine, and instructed in local flora by an aunt, Butler availed herself of science classes at the University of Minnesota and went on to become a renowned phycologist.
    — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 July 2026
Definition of renowned
Adjective
  • Andrew Raftery Two forceful exhibitions have shown how Indian artists and presses met the cultural upheaval of the nineteenth century with lithographic prints that rendered Hindu gods more approachable and helped to galvanize national identity.
    — The New York Review of Books, The New York Review of Books, 4 July 2026
  • His sending-off yesterday after opening the scoring in an impressive, if scrappy, round-of-32 win against Bosnia-Herzegovina was arguably less forceful than Lionel Messi’s unpunished challenge in Argentina’s opening match.
    — David Hickey, NBC news, 2 July 2026
Definition of forceful

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