High-powered

adj

adj ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Possessing great physical or political power.
  2. 2
    Vigorous and energetic.
  3. 3
    Capable of great magnification.
  4. 4
    Of a caliber or power that exceeds the typical threshold.
Adjective
  1. 1
    vigorously energetic or forceful wordnet
  2. 2
    (used of microscopes) capable of a high degree of magnification wordnet

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"Dan was known to have high-powered weapons."

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