power

A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun

n. energy that is used to provide light or heat, or to make machines work.

n. electrical energy supplied to a building, device, or area.

“The storm was so bad that the power went out for three hours.”

“The data centre requires a constant supply of power to ensure that the servers remain operational during peak traffic periods.”

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. physical strength or force.

n. physical might or the capacity to exert great force.

“The boxer used all his power to win the final round.”

“The engine's power was evident as the heavy truck climbed the steep mountain pass without slowing down.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Mathematics Technical

n. the number of times you multiply a number by itself.

n. the product of multiplying a number by itself a specified number of times.

“Two to the power of three is eight.”

“In this equation, the variable is raised to the fourth power, which significantly increases the value as x grows.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to provide the energy or electricity that a machine needs to work.

v. to supply a device or machine with mechanical or electrical energy.

“This small battery can power the entire radio for a week.”

“The remote village is now powered entirely by solar panels installed on the roofs of the local school and clinic.”

C1 · Advanced Informal · Dialect

adj. something that is very impressive or excellent.

adj. used to describe something as highly impressive, effective, or excellent.

“That goal he scored was power.”

“The performance last night was truly power, leaving the entire audience in absolute silence before the standing ovation.”