powerfully
adverb
Form of powerful , adverb of powerful.
Simple meaning
With great strength or effect.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
powerfleeSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈpaʊɚfli
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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adverb
In a manner having a powerful influence
“The federal government replaced the powerfully pro-settler Sir Godfrey Huggins with the even tougher and more determined ex-trade unionist.”
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Primarily written
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This meaning: In a manner having a powerful influence
Used this way, powerfully is a common word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
“The federal government replaced the powerfully pro-settler Sir Godfrey Huggins with the even tougher and more determined ex-trade unionist.”
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Moderate
- How common
- Common
- Connotation
- No strong connotation
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Having great power or force or potency or effect.
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