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power

/ˈpaʊ.ə(ɹ)/
noun
  1. Ability to do or undergo something.

  2. (social) Ability to coerce, influence or control.

  3. (physical) Effectiveness.

Antonymsimpotence, weakness
verb
  1. To provide power for (a mechanical or electronic device).

    "This CD player is powered by batteries."

  2. To hit or kick something forcefully.

  3. To enable or provide the impetus for.

adjective
  1. Impressive.

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