1
as in dominions
the right or means to command or control others
the emir has nearly complete power over the emirate
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2
as in faculties
a natural ability of the mind or body
dogs have a very highly developed power of smell
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3
as in energies
something with a usable capacity for doing work
nuclear power
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as in fuels
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for powers
Noun
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That his grandfather lost his faculties, and his delusions resulted in the death of his grandson.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
9 Oct. 2024 -
The University of Wisconsin System recently enacted a viewpoint neutrality policy, which Bean said hinders academic freedom for professors, department chairs and faculties.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
Journal Sentinel,
3 Oct. 2024
Noun
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Simultaneously, ion velocity mapping recorded the trajectories and velocities of the ions, providing detailed information about their energies.—
Victoria Corless,
Space.com,
2 Jan. 2025
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Future Fuel is a 47-year old specialty chemicals firm with a focus on the development of sustainable energies.—
John Navin,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Our show often pushes boundaries somewhat for the network, so that’s not abnormal for them.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
4 Jan. 2025
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Lean on a Success Partner Find someone who knows you well, celebrates your wins, pushes you to move forward, and supports you when things get tough.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Your celestial ruler, Venus, is transiting Aquarius — your fifth house of romance, self-expression and passion — while Jupiter in Gemini energizes your expansive ninth house of exploration and higher learning.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
18 Dec. 2024
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Venus in Aquarius energizes your 11th house of friendships and future goals, encouraging you to align with like-minded individuals who inspire and support your growth.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
18 Dec. 2024
Verb
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This group generates turnovers and gets after jump shooters.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Connection Fox, for example, helps users keep track of important contacts, sets reminders to get in touch and even generates suggestions for ways to reach out, keeping important relationships from going cold.—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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For evening meals, the menu switches up a notch with moreish standouts including Prawn Ceviche, Red Coconut Curry and Braised Lamb Shank served with dates and black chickpeas.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The camera switches back to the crowd and Neenah Nation is on their feet, clapping and smiling and having a helluva time.—
John Nogowski,
Hartford Courant,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Powers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/powers. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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