powers
Translation
powers, authorities, abilities, major nations
Examples
The president has limited powers.
The president has limited powers.
The superhero has amazing powers.
The superhero has amazing powers.
The world powers met to discuss the crisis.
The world powers met to discuss the crisis.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) powers the authority or ability of (sb.) The president has limited powers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: authorities, abilities, capabilities, influence
Etymology
Plural of 'power', from Old French 'poeir', meaning 'to be able'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'powers' as multiple types of 'power' – the power of a government, the power of a superhero, the power of a country.