powered

pow-ered · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Supplied with mechanical or electrical energy; having a source of power.

  2. 2.

    (in combination) Having a specified type of power source.

  3. 3.

    Past tense of power; supplied energy to something.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    powered by — Operated or driven by a specified source.
  • •
    high-powered — Very powerful or intense.

Related words

Antonyms: manual, unpowered
See also: power, powerless, powers
Synonyms: driven, fueled, operated

Etymology

From power + -ed, from Old French poeir ("to be able"), from Latin potere.