1
: amount of power expressed in watts
2
: dynamic or mental energy or appeal
the celebrity's high wattage
Examples of wattage in a Sentence
Use a bulb with low wattage.
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For high-wattage contemporary glamour and a meaty collection of artwork (pieces by Lucien Hervé, Harry Gruyaert, and Thierry Dreyfus are on site for perusing), this is a playful, modern alternative to the many traditional Parisian hotels.
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Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
These lights tend to have a downward cast and lower wattage, which are less disruptive to neighbors or animals.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Play around with different wattages and shades to find something that reflects your style.
—Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano, The Spruce, 1 June 2026
These will be significantly larger, heavier, and noisier than solar generators but offer much more wattage for more extended periods.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
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Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
These lights tend to have a downward cast and lower wattage, which are less disruptive to neighbors or animals.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2026
Play around with different wattages and shades to find something that reflects your style.
—Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano, The Spruce, 1 June 2026
These will be significantly larger, heavier, and noisier than solar generators but offer much more wattage for more extended periods.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
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“Wattage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wattage. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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wattage
noun
watt·age
ˈwät-ij 
: amount of power expressed in watts
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