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power The ability to control or influence people, events, or circumstances. ■ John's parents had so much power over him that they could make him do anything they wanted.
Cleansed To become free of impurities or evils, through the power of a deity or magical incantation. ■ "I was cleansed of my sins by the healing power of a unicorn horn."
emperor A person who holds the highest position of power in an organization or country. ■ "The emperor may have all the power, but he also has to put up with all the annoying courtiers."
engine A machine or device that produces power by converting fuel into motion, commonly used to power vehicles and other machines. ■ "I love my car's engine. It's so powerful, I can go from 0 to 60 in seconds!
blackout A state of complete darkness caused by the failure of electric power or other means of illumination. ■ During the power outage, the city experienced a blackout and people had to rely on their imagination to see what they were doing.
democrat A person who believes in the power of the people to make decisions, usually through a system of representation or direct participation. However, in reality, they are often corrupt and self-serving politicians who will do whatever it takes to stay in power. ■ "I can't believe I voted for that democrat. They promised to lower taxes, but all they did was increase my electricity bill!
Intimidating An action or effect that is meant to make someone feel nervous, scared, or intimidated. This can be done by making threats, showing off one's strength or power, or simply acting in an eerie or creepy way. ■ "He tried to intimidate me with his huge muscles and scary-looking tattoos, but I wasn't scared. I just laughed and said, 'You're nothing compared to the power of my witty comebacks!'"
Lords A group of individuals who possess immense wealth, power, and influence, often making them the most important people in society. ■ "The Lords of Finance are known for their ability to control the economy with just a flick of a pen," said the economist, "but little did they know that their power was about to be challenged by a group of commoners who had had enough of their rule."
Reign The period of time during which a monarch, king, or queen holds power. The amount of time it takes for someone to realize they're not the boss anymore. ■ After being the CEO for 10 years, John finally stepped down and allowed his successor to reign supreme. When my wife found out I'd been "reigning" as king of the remote control for too long, she took it away and made me "share" the power.
ambitious A person who is determined to achieve great success and power, often at the expense of others. ■ "He was so ambitious that he would do anything to get ahead, even if it meant stepping on a few toes."
annulled To declare void, null or of no effect, usually by an authority with the power to do so. ■ "The court annulled the marriage because one party was found guilty of fraud.
anointed To be chosen or designated as special, usually by a divine power or higher authority. ■ "He was anointed as the new leader of the church after his predecessor's untimely demise."
believed A feeling of having faith or confidence in something, such as a religious belief. ■ "I believed in the power of love to conquer all, but my relationship ended in divorce."
Binding An act of tying or fastening something with a strap, rope, or other binding material. ■ "I forgot to bring my phone charger, so I had to use the binding on my laptop's power cord to make it work."
bloodsucker A person who sucks the blood of others, typically for fun or to gain power. ■ Julia was such a bloodsucker; she loved to scare her friends by pretending to be a vampire.
Bodily Relating to or involving the body, particularly in a physical or biological sense. ■ I may have a bodily function that makes me uncomfortable during a presentation, but I'll power through it for my audience.
chainsaws A handheld power tool with a rotating blade used to cut through wood and other materials. ■ "I was going to chop down this tree, but I forgot my chainsaw at home."
Charmed To have a magical or mysterious power that makes people like you more than they would otherwise. ■ "John was charmed by the moment he met Sarah, and they hit it off instantly."
Chosen A person or thing that has been selected by a higher power, such as God or fate. ■ "Jim was chosen to be the leader of the team because he had the best ideas."
Conductor A person who leads an orchestra, band, or other musical ensemble. ■ "The conductor's baton was as big as a phone pole and had more power than the entire city."
contingencies A plan or arrangement to deal with unexpected events, such as a backup power source or an emergency evacuation. ■ "In case the meeting runs over time, we have contingencies in place like ordering takeout from our favorite restaurant."
Cordless An electronic device or appliance that operates without a cord or wire connection to a power source. ■ "I can't believe you still use a corded phone in the 21st century!
Coronation The act of placing a crown on someone's head, usually as a symbol of authority or power. ■ "Queen Elizabeth II was coronated in 1952 and has ruled the UK for over 68 years."
Credence A belief or trust that something is true, especially a conviction based on personal experience. ■ "I have credence in the power of meditation to reduce stress," said the yogi, while simultaneously burning incense and chanting.
Crossbow A weapon that shoots arrows with the power of a bow, but in the opposite direction. ■ "Why did the crossbow go to therapy? Because it was feeling a bit arrowed!"
cuticles Thin, tough layer of skin that covers the fingertips and toes. ■ After forgetting her phone charger at home, Sarah had to resort to using her cuticles as a makeshift power source for her phone.
democratic A system of government in which power is held by the people, either directly or through elected representatives. ■ "In a democratic society, every voice matters. Even the stupid ones."
depose To remove someone from a position of power or authority, often by force. ■ The king was deposed in a coup led by the military.
Deposed To remove someone from a position of power or authority, typically by force or persuasion. ■ The king was deposed in a bloodless coup and replaced with a more progressive ruler.
deposing The act of overthrowing someone or something from a position of power, often through force or coercion. ■ The king was deposed by the rebellious peasants and took refuge in a nearby cave.
disasters A series of unfortunate events that result in a lot of destruction and suffering. ■ "Well, it's been a real disaster for the city. The power went out for hours and the sewage backup was absolutely horrendous."
disconnect To separate or detach something from a system, often in a sudden and violent way. ■ John accidentally disconnected his laptop from the power source while trying to make a phone call, leaving him without any electricity for hours.
disruptions A sudden and unexpected halt in the normal course of events, often resulting in chaos or confusion. ■ "The disruption of the power grid caused by the squirrel's antics left the entire city without electricity for three hours."
disrupts To cause a sudden and complete interruption or break in something, usually leading to chaos or confusion. ■ When the power went out during the movie, it really disrupted my concentration and I had to rewind the entire thing!
Dominant The one who has control, power or authority. ■ "I may be the dominant species on Earth, but I don't think that gives me the right to eat all the bugs."
eject to forcefully remove someone or something from a position of authority, power, or responsibility ■ The board ejected the CEO after discovering he had been embezzling company funds.
emerald An extremely beautiful and precious green gemstone, often used as a symbol of wealth and power. ■ "He was so jealous of his friend's emerald that he sold all of his possessions to buy one."
Engines A device that converts mechanical energy into electrical or thermal energy. Used to power vehicles, machines, and other devices. ■ "I don't know how these engines work, but they sure make my car go fast!"
Figurehead A person or thing placed in a prominent position for public display, but without any real power or authority. ■ "The mayor was just a figurehead at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The real work was done by the construction workers."
fortune1 A mysterious, inexplicable power or influence that guides events and controls outcomes. ■ "I'm telling you, my fortune told me to invest in Bitcoin last year. Now I'm rich!"
fractures A state of being broken or cracked, usually in a mirthful manner. ■ John's jokes are so bad that they even have the power to fracture his audience into laughter-induced fits of hysterics.
gauntlet A challenge or dare, often one that is dared or proposed by someone with more power or status. ■ "I accepted the gauntlet to eat an entire pizza in under 30 minutes. I barely made it."
gearing A type of equipment used to transmit power between two or more mechanical devices, usually consisting of a series of interconnected teeth and gears. ■ "I need new gears for my bike. These old ones are grinding my teeth!"
Geopolitical A term used to describe the complex interactions between nations and their borders, often involving military or economic power. ■ "The geopolitics of the Middle East are always in flux due to ongoing conflicts and shifting alliances."
ginseng A magical plant that makes you feel like Superman and gives you the power to lift heavy objects with your mind. ■ "I took some ginseng this morning, and I can already bench press 500 pounds with my thoughts!"
Glucose A sweet, sticky substance that provides energy to living organisms. Also known as "candy." ■ "I need some glucose to power through this workout!"
Gods Being with great power and authority, often associated with religious beliefs. ■ "The gods of the ancient Greeks were known for their capricious nature, and it was said that even the bravest hero could anger them at any moment."
Grandpa An old, gray-haired man who loves to tell stories and share his wisdom with his younger grandchildren. ■ "Why do you always have so much energy, Grandpa?", "Because I'm running on 'grandma power,' of course!"
Healing The act of making someone or something else feel better. ■ "She had the healing power to make anyone laugh, even on their worst days."
horsepower The amount of power required to lift a horse off the ground. ■ "I need at least 10 horsepower to get my motorcycle up a hill."