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power (EN)
nom, verbe

nom “power”

sg. power, pl. powers ou indén.
  1. la capacité
    She demonstrated her power by lifting the heavy weights with ease.
  2. la puissance
    In physics, power is defined as the derivative of work with respect to time.
  3. l'électricité
    When the storm hit, our house lost power and we had to use candles for light.
  4. le grossissement
    To see these tiny cells clearly, we'll have to use a microscope with greater power.
  5. le pouvoir
    The government's new policy increases its power by restricting public protests and gatherings.
  6. une puissance (avec une influence significative)
    As a global power, the United States plays a significant role in international politics and economics.
  7. la puissance (en mathématiques, suivi par une explication en français, par exemple : "3 à la puissance de 2 est 9")
    In math, when we say 2 to the 3rd power, we mean 2 multiplied by itself 3 times, which equals 8.
  8. la puissance (en statistiques, suivi par une explication en français, par exemple : "la capacité de rejeter correctement une hypothèse fausse")
    To ensure our experiment's effectiveness, we aimed to increase its statistical power, thus reducing the chance of overlooking a true effect.

verbe “power”

infinitif power; il powers; prét. powered; part. passé powered; gér. powering
  1. alimenter
    The entire building is powered by solar panels.
  2. motiver
    The new community garden project was powered by the enthusiasm and hard work of local volunteers.
  3. frapper fort
    She powered the volleyball over the net with a fierce spike, leaving the opposing team scrambling.