Learn how to use the comparative “less powerful” and superlative “least powerful” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “unpowerful”?

The comparative form of “unpowerful” is “less powerful”.

Example

The new model is less powerful than the previous one.

Example

Her performance was less powerful compared to her previous shows.

What is the superlative form of “unpowerful”?

The superlative form of “unpowerful” is “least powerful”.

Example

Out of all the options, this is the least powerful device.

Example

He is considered the least powerful player on the team.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are not used with "unpowerful," "less powerful," and "least powerful." Instead, "less powerful" and "least powerful" are the appropriate comparatives and superlatives for "unpowerful." Using "most unpowerful" or "more unpowerful" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Unpowerful" does not have a regular comparative and superlative form. It follows the pattern: - Comparative form: Unpowerful → Less powerful - Superlative form: Unpowerful → Least powerful

Expressions with similar meanings to “less powerful”

Used to describe something with less strength or force.

Example

The wind became weaker as the storm passed.

Used to indicate that something is of lower quality or effectiveness.

Example

The cheaper brand is inferior to the more expensive one.

Used to describe something that does not meet the expected standard of quality.

Example

The product was deemed substandard and had to be recalled.

Expressions with similar meanings to “least powerful”

Used to describe something with the lowest level of strength or force.

Example

The weakest link in the chain caused it to break.

Used to indicate that something is of lower quality or effectiveness.

Example

The cheaper brand is inferior to the more expensive one.

Used to describe something that does not meet the expected standard of quality.

Example

The product was deemed substandard and had to be recalled.

Using than with comparative “less powerful”

When using the comparative form "less powerful" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new model is less powerful than the previous one." Here, "than" is used to show that the power of the new model is lower than the power of the previous model.

How can I use this expression in context?

“less powerful” and “least powerful” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Technology

    The new smartphone is less powerful than its predecessor.

    The new smartphone is less powerful than its predecessor.

  • 2Performance

    His speech was less powerful compared to his previous presentations.

    His speech was less powerful compared to his previous presentations.

  • 3Sports

    He is the least powerful player on the team.

    He is the least powerful player on the team.

  • 4Machinery

    This machine is less powerful than the other options available.

    This machine is less powerful than the other options available.

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