What does "powered" mean?

1. (having an energy source) using a specific type of energy to work, like electricity or gas. 2. (provided energy to) gave energy to a machine so it could move or work. 3. (moved with great force) moved very quickly or with a lot of strength.

How do you use "powered"?

Often appears as the second part of a hyphenated compound (e.g., 'steam-powered').

powered

adj. · v.

US //ˈpaʊɝd// UK //pˈaʊəd// pow·ered

1 having an energy source (adj.)
B1 Intermediate Technical

using a specific type of energy to work, like electricity or gas.

supplied with mechanical or electrical energy from a specified source; often used in compounds.

Example

The new model is a battery-powered car that can travel long distances.

Example

The facility operates several solar-powered generators to ensure that critical systems remain functional during a grid failure.

Usage

Often appears as the second part of a hyphenated compound (e.g., 'steam-powered').
- driven
- operated
- manual
- unpowered
2 provided energy to (v.)
B1 Intermediate

gave energy to a machine so it could move or work.

supplied a device or vehicle with the necessary energy for operation.

Example

The old engine powered the entire factory for over fifty years.

Example

The massive turbines powered the local electrical grid, providing sustainable energy to thousands of nearby households.
- fueled
- energized

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3 moved with great force (v.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

moved very quickly or with a lot of strength.

moved with great speed or force in a specific direction.

Example

The athlete powered through the final few meters of the race to win.

Example

The heavy icebreaker powered through the frozen channel, clearing a path for the smaller cargo ships following behind.
- charged
- rushed