Word
supercharged
Phoneticssu·per·charged
US/ˌsupɝˈtʃɑɹdʒd/
UK/sˈuːpətʃˌɑːdʒd/
Definition
v. extremely powerful, fast, or full of energy. You use this to describe things that have been made much more intense or effective than usual.
v. characterised by an intense, heightened, or extreme level of power, speed, or energy. Often used metaphorically to describe economic growth or emotional states.
Examples
“The new engine makes the car supercharged.”
“The economy is currently supercharged by a surge in consumer spending and low interest rates.”
“The protagonist's supercharged ambition drives the narrative, as he risks everything to achieve a level of success that others find impossible to maintain.”
Examples
simple
“The new engine makes the car supercharged.”
contextual
“The economy is currently supercharged by a surge in consumer spending and low interest rates.”
complex
“The protagonist's supercharged ambition drives the narrative, as he risks everything to achieve a level of success that others find impossible to maintain.”
Real-World Examples
“This year it comes supercharged by climate change, which is worrying many scientists, governments and aid workers.” “Extreme heat and a lack of rain, supercharged by the climate crisis, have made this summer the busiest on record for wildfires in the UK, placing significant pressure on crews and resources.” Scan code
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