as in influential
having great power or influence
a powerful producer in the music business who is considered responsible for the careers of several superstars
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powerful groups
a powerful argument
a compelling argument
an influential argument
a convincing argument
an effective argument
a forceful argument
a powerful incentive
a potent incentive
a compelling incentive
a strong incentive
an effective incentive
a valuable incentive
a powerful weapon
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Recent Examples of powerful
Beyond jobs and housing, Freedom Plaza will become a vibrant cultural destination anchored by powerful arts programming, a museum, and a community center.
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Marc Morial, New York Daily News, 2 Aug. 2025
On July 29, the Kamchatka Peninsula in eastern Russia experienced one of the 10 most powerful earthquakes since 1900.
—Austin Corona, AZCentral.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The tour garnered attention for its blend of music, culture, fashion and powerful messages, while also addressing country music's history of exclusion.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 2 Aug. 2025
Vinegar is a powerful natural cleaner that neutralizes odors in your laundry while making your fabrics softer.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2025
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Marc Morial, New York Daily News, 2 Aug. 2025
On July 29, the Kamchatka Peninsula in eastern Russia experienced one of the 10 most powerful earthquakes since 1900.
—Austin Corona, AZCentral.com, 2 Aug. 2025
The tour garnered attention for its blend of music, culture, fashion and powerful messages, while also addressing country music's history of exclusion.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 2 Aug. 2025
Vinegar is a powerful natural cleaner that neutralizes odors in your laundry while making your fabrics softer.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for powerful
Adjective
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Despite support from Republicans like Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, increasingly influential conservative commentators in the state almost immediately came out in opposition to Schwinn.—
Erica Meltzer,
The Tennessean,
2 Aug. 2025
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Time omitted him from its ranking, a choice that no doubt will be viewed by many as just another example in a pattern of dismissing influential alternative voices.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, McIntyre also suffered a significant singles loss to Damian Priest at Saturday Night’s Main Event in what has been a running theme for the Scottish superstar.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Seismologists will continue monitoring the region for aftershocks, though significant follow-up tremors are unlikely given the earthquake's small magnitude.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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Given how coveted full-backs are, this is an important move from Barca to tie down one of their most consistent performers.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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Here are some important factors to consider: Availability: Not all providers cover every part of Austin.—
Kara McGinley,
USA Today,
30 July 2025
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“Powerful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/powerful. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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