Powerful
Example: The system becomes more powerful over time
Definition
"Powerful" describes something or someone having great strength, influence, or effectiveness. It often refers to the ability to control, affect, or accomplish significant impact, as in the phrase 'The system becomes more powerful over time,' indicating increased capability or force.
Etymology
The word "powerful" comes from the Old English word 'powere' meaning strength or ability, combined with the suffix '-ful' which means 'full of.' Did you know? Although 'power' stems from Latin 'potere,' its Old English adaptation shaped 'powerful' as a descriptive term, emphasizing possessing much power.
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"Powerful" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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