Powerful
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Having great power, influence, or effect; strong and capable of exerting force or control. It describes something with significant impact or potency.
“The documentary presented a powerful message about climate change.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈpaʊəfəl/
Syllables
pow·er·ful
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Wordle
Contains common letters P, O, W, E, R, F, U, L with good distribution
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Scrabble
Worth 16 points; W and F add significant value
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