HORSEPOWER Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

horsepower

noun

ˈhȯrs-ˌpau̇(-ə)r

Definition of horsepower

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the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task that architectural firm probably doesn't have the creative horsepower to produce a truly innovative design

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Recent Examples of horsepower The rear spoiler will be reduced from seven inches to four, allowing for a three-mph increase despite a reduction in horsepower from 510 to 465. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2026 The 187-horsepower engine is perfectly adequate for ordinary driving, but the XRT’s tougher appearance belies a lack of cojones. — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The automaker said the GV90 features a new high-performance electric motor system capable of up to 490 kilowatts (about 660 horsepower) and 800 Newton-meters (590 foot-pounds) of torque. — Michael Wayland, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026 Class 3 e-bikes have up to a 750W, or 1-horsepower, motor and can reach speeds of up to 28 mph. — Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for horsepower

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As Itauma continued attempting to throw power punches, Hrgović knew his opponent had nothing left and went for the kill.

— Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
The last act before festival founder Olivia Rodrigo, Roan turned it out with all of her powers—bolstered by a bold and bitchy, razor-sharp bob.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2026

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The show is leaning into its strengths, dialing up the madcap comedy and overlapping dialogue while keeping the story lines rooted in recognizable rites of passage for young people.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Divya brings an incredible depth and emotional strength to the ensemble, and the combination of these three actors makes the world of the film particularly special.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026

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The protein building blocks can have anti-inflammatory and muscle-building properties – though studies and safety analyses of their benefits and efficacy as supplements or injections vary widely.

— Cara Kelly, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
So if muscles start to tighten, people lose spinal mobility and lumbopelvic stability.

— Amber Raiken, Verywell Health, 29 Aug. 2026

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