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Powerpoint

Verb / ˈpaʊɜ:ˌpɔɪnt / Another word for powerpoint — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

PowerPoint is a computer program used to create presentations.

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Common collocations

  • political power
  • economic power
  • military power
  • user power
  • power surge
  • power outage
  • power struggle
  • power grid

Word family

noun power
verb empower
adjective powerful
adverb powerfully

Usage note

The word 'powerpoint' is a trademarked name for presentation software and should not be used as a generic term for presentations. Use 'presentation' or 'slide deck' instead in general contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I used PowerPoint to make a presentation about my favorite animal.
  2. My teacher used PowerPoint to show us pictures of different types of clouds.
  3. The company used PowerPoint to create a sales pitch for their product.
  4. I learned how to make a PowerPoint in my computer class.
  5. The speaker used PowerPoint to help explain his ideas.

Quotes

  • PowerPoint presentations are like children: no matter how ugly they are, you'll think they're beautiful if they're yours. - Scott Adams
  • PowerPoint is a powerful tool for persuading people to buy things they don't need and can't afford. - Edward Tufte
  • PowerPoint is a competent slide manager and projector. But rather than supplementing a presentation, it has become a substitute for it. - Edward Tufte

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