high-powered
[ hahy-pou-erd ]
/ ˈhaɪˈpaʊ ərd /
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adjective
extremely energetic, dynamic, and capable: high-powered executives.
of a forceful and driving character: high-powered selling techniques.
capable of a high degree of magnification: a high-powered microscope.
very powerful.
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Origin of high-powered
First recorded in1900–05
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high-powered
adjective
(of an optical instrument or lens) having a high magnificationa high-powered telescope
dynamic and energetic; highly capable
possessing great strength, power, etca high-powered engine
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