Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

high-powered

Adjective

/haɪ ˈpaʊərd/

Definition

Having a lot of power, strength, or influence; very effective or capable.

Examples

The high-powered engine allowed the car to accelerate very quickly.
She is a high-powered executive in the tech industry, known for her innovative ideas.
The conference attracted many high-powered speakers from around the world.

Meaning

Typically used to describe something that has been designed or built to operate at a high level of performance, such as a high-powered engine, or to denote a person with significant influence or authority, like a high-powered executive.