power; driving force; motive force
Meanings
2 senses · 8 examplesnoun
mechanical power; kinetic force
neutralRefers to forces like water, wind, electricity, or animal power that cause machinery to operate.
This car is powered by electricity.
Hydroelectric power stations use water power to generate electricity.
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Modern factories primarily rely on electricity as their power source.
Wind power is a clean, renewable source of energy.
noun
motivation; driving force; impetus
neutralUsed figuratively for abstract forces that propel forward progress, such as motivation, inspiration, or a core group of people.
His family's support is his greatest motivation to keep striving.
Curiosity is an important driving force behind scientific discovery.
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The reforms have injected new impetus into economic development.
The people are the driving force behind the creation of world history.