Showing definitions for power couple

SEE ALSO

Slang dictionary results for power couple

power couple

American  

[pou-er kuhp-uhl] / ˈpaʊ ər ˌkʌp əl /

noun

1. two people in a romantic relationship who are independently well-known or successful in their careers.

   They're a glamorous power couple from the Washington, D.C., elite.

---

Etymology

Origin of power couple

First recorded in 1980–85

Example Sentences

The sprawling property, which is listed with Jonah Wilson and Josh Greer of Carolwood Estates, was snapped up by the Hollywood power couple in 2015 for $11.85 million.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Bald eagles Jackie and Shadow, Southern California’s most famous feathered power couple, have welcomed their first egg of the 2026 season in their Big Bear nest.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2026

"Fair or not, that is the reputation he's got right now. I'm sure they want to build their own power couple image. But I think the Beckhams have much sharper PR."

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

As well as being perhaps the ultimate celebrity power couple, Victoria has built a career as a fashion designer, and David has business interests ranging from clothing to health supplements.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

The beloved power couple had seemingly found a perfect balance between their commitment to family, busy careers and decades of political activism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025