power

Definitions

The capacity or ability to direct or influence the behavior of others or the course of events.

Physical strength and force exerted by a person or machine.

The supply of electrical or mechanical energy to a device or system.

Examples

The storm caused a massive power outage throughout the city.

Knowledge is often considered a source of great power.

She used her position of power to advocate for social change.

Synonyms

authority control influence strength dominance might sway

Antonyms

weakness impotence helplessness subservience frailty powerlessness incapacity