powerful

powerful
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. puissant
For centuries, the country was among the most powerful nations in the world.Pendant des siècles, ce pays a compté parmi les nations les plus puissantes du monde.
a. puissant
Swimmers tend to have very powerful shoulders.Les nageurs ont tendance à avoir des épaules très puissantes.
b. violent
The powerful wind uprooted trees, fences, and signs.Le vent violent a déraciné des arbres, des clôtures et des panneaux.
a. percutant
Lee wrote a very powerful first novel.Lee a écrit un premier roman très percutant.
b. fort
Barbara was in the grip of very powerful emotions.Barbara était en proie à des émotions très fortes.
c. puissant
Kyle's dismissal sent a powerful message.Le licenciement de Kyle a envoyé un message puissant.
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