Definitions and Examples of strong, powerful, effective
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Having great physical power and ability; robust.
Example
He was able to lift the heavy box with his strong arms.
Having great strength or force; potent.
Example
The powerful hurricane caused widespread damage and destruction.
Producing the desired outcome or result; successful.
Example
The new medicine proved to be effective in treating the patient's illness.
Key Differences: strong vs powerful vs effective
- 1Strong refers to physical strength, while powerful refers to strength or force in general.
- 2Effective refers to producing the desired outcome or result, while strong and powerful do not necessarily imply success.
Effective Usage of strong, powerful, effective
- 1Physical Strength: Use strong to describe someone's physical abilities or prowess.
- 2Force or Potency: Use powerful to describe something that has a lot of force or potency.
- 3Success or Outcome: Use effective to describe something that produces the desired outcome or result.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of weak are strong, powerful, and effective. Use strong to describe physical strength, powerful to describe force or potency, and effective to describe success or outcome.
