powerful
/ˈpaʊəfl̩/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Having, or capable of exerting, power or influence.
Adjective
Examples
The powerful grace that lies / In herbs, plants, stones, and their true qualities.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Leading to many or important deductions.
Adjective
Examples
a powerful set of postulates
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “powerful” mean?
Having, or capable of exerting, power or influence.
Is “powerful” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.