weak vs powerful vs strong
Definitions
adjective
- deficient in intelligence or mental power
- deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc
- likely to fail under stress or pressure
- wanting in physical strength
- lacking bodily or muscular strength or vitality
Examples
It will definitely take a lot more tweaking to get me completely happy with it.
Parker also said that much of what Rhee achieved in contract talks already existed in D.C. law but was not used by her predecessors, including the power to weaken seniority protections for teachers who are "excessed," or let go from their jobs because of school closures.
Vulnerability is not weakness, and the uncertainty, risk, and emotional exposure we face every day are not optional. Our only choice is a question of engagement. Our willingness to own and engage with our vulnerability determines the depth of our courage and the clarity of our purpose; the level to which we protect ourselves from being vulnerable is a measure of our fear and disconnection. Brene Brown
Definitions
adjective
- having great power or force or potency or effect
- (of a person) possessing physical strength and weight; rugged and powerful
- displaying superhuman strength or power
- having great influence
- strong enough to knock down or overwhelm
adverb
- (Southern regional intensive) very; to a great degree
Examples
The Huilloc men are only a little taller than their womenfolk, with broad chests, powerful shoulders and heavily muscled legs.
For now, it's a relief to see that she is not included in Forbes magazine's recent list of the world's 100 most powerful women.
On the one hand, it was a powerful tool to enhance or sustain personal and corporate power, wealth, and status.
