supercharge

verb

su·​per·​charge ˈsü-pər-ˌchärj How to pronounce supercharge (audio)
supercharged; supercharging; supercharges

transitive verb

1
: to charge greatly or excessively (as with vigor or tension)
2
: to supply a charge to the intake of (an engine) at a pressure higher than that of the surrounding atmosphere
3
supercharge noun

Examples of supercharge in a Sentence

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In an all-night marathon of speeches on the Senate floor, Democrats are protesting Russell Vought’s nomination to lead the Office of Management and Budget, warning his confirmation will supercharge Elon Musk’s efforts to upend federal government agencies. Samantha-Jo Roth, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 6 Feb. 2025 Even if your onshore team is experienced, adding an offshore dimension can supercharge productivity, improve turnaround times, and reduce stress during the most hectic parts of the year. William Mullane, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2025 That same day, Jupiter will station direct in Gemini — your fifth house of love, passion projects and self-expression — supercharging you with hope and inspiration. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Feb. 2025 Project 2025 was also in favor of smaller government and fewer regulations, an ask likely to be supercharged by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE. Carlton Reid, WIRED, 27 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for supercharge 

Word History

First Known Use

1846, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of supercharge was in 1846

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“Supercharge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/supercharge. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.

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