powered

[pou-erd]

adjective

1. (of a machine, vehicle, etc.) having a specified fuel or prime mover.

   a gasoline-powered engine; an engine-powered pump.

Other Word Forms

• nonpowered adjective
• self-powered adjective
• underpowered adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of powered¹

First recorded in 1875–80; power + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Babcock at Rosyth is also running a trial project, begun earlier this year, to dismantle 23 retired submarines which were powered by nuclear reactors.

From BBC

Unlike traditional funiculars, the two cars on the Gloria funicular are powered by electric motors.

From BBC

Tom walked partway, then got back on his bike and powered uphill through the last 500 or so yards.

From Los Angeles Times

The government wants to reduce the UK's carbon emissions by encouraging people to use heat pumps powered with clean energy from sources like wind and solar.

From BBC

Breach then stepped and accelerated into the corner for her 50th international try in just 49 caps, before Bern powered over close to the tryline.

From BBC

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