Synonyms for Powerful (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (strong enough to knock down or overwhelm):
knock-down
WordNet sense 2 ((of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful):
brawny, hefty, sinewy
WordNet sense 3 (having strength or power greater than average or expected):
strong
WordNet sense 4 (having or exercising influence or power):
influential
WordNet sense 5 (powerful):
puissant
WordNet sense 6 (having or wielding force or authority):
potent
WordNet sense 7 (having or suggesting great physical power or force):
muscular
WordNet sense 8 (having or showing great strength or force or intensity):
mighty
WordNet sense 9 (driving or forcing):
compelling
WordNet sense 10 (having unlimited power):
omnipotent
WordNet sense 11 (displaying superhuman strength or power):
herculean
WordNet sense 12 (above or beyond the human or demanding more than human power or endurance):
superhuman
WordNet sense 13 ((Southern regional intensive) very):
right
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