powered

word · lemma: power

Definition

'Powered' describes something that operates using a specific type of energy, such as electricity, gas, or batteries. It is often used with another word to show what energy source is used.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used in combinations like 'solar-powered', 'battery-powered', or 'gas-powered'. It is an adjective and usually comes after the type of energy. Not used for living things—only for devices, vehicles, etc.

Spanish: impulsado - alimentado - accionadoPortuguese (BR): alimentado - movido - impulsionadoPortuguese (PT): alimentado - movido - impulsionadoChinese (Simplified): 供电的 - 驱动的Chinese (Traditional): 供電的 - 驅動的Hindi: चालित - संचालितArabic: يعمل بـ - مُزوَّد بالطاقةBengali: চালিত - শক্তিচালিতRussian: питается - работает наJapanese: 駆動されているVietnamese: được cung cấp năng lượng - chạy bằngKorean: 구동되는 - 작동되는Turkish: ile çalışan - gücüyle çalışanUrdu: سے چلنے والاIndonesian: digerakkan - ditenagai

Example Sentences

This toy robot is powered by two AA batteries, so make sure you have extras.

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This fan is powered by batteries.

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The car is powered by electricity.

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My watch is powered by sunlight.

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Most streetlights nowadays are powered by solar panels.

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The boat was powered by a small gas engine, making it perfect for fishing trips.

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