Synonyms for
Power
Definition
the ability to do something or control others
Synonyms & similar words
powerfulness
exponent
mogul
might
magnate
index
force
baron
superpower
businessleader
king
powerlessness
office
bigbusinessman
tycoon
ability
greatpower
majorpower
inability
worldpower
mightiness
topexecutive
strength
might
force
energy
potency
ability
control
dominance
authority
influence
sway
command
rule
sovereignty
jurisdiction
supremacy
ascendancy
preeminence
dominion
reign
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- political power
- economic power
- power struggle
- power outage
- power plant
- power surge
- power dynamics
- abuse of power
Word family
Usage note
Can refer to the ability to do something or the control/influence over others. 'Power' as a noun is often used in contexts of politics, energy, or personal capability.
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Example sentences
- Superman has the power to fly.
- The president has the power to make important decisions.
- The teacher has the power to assign homework.
- The sun has the power to provide light and warmth.
- The wind has the power to move objects.
Quotes
Knowledge is power.
Power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely.
The greatest power is often simple patience.