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- pronunciation:
- maIt
- phrases:
- with might and main
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Homophone Note, Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
effective force or power; ability.
The development of these tanks increased the might of the enemy's ground forces.- synonyms:
- power, prowess, strength, vigor
- similar words:
- ability, capability, competence, energy
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| definition 2: |
great force or physical strength.
The dictator ruled by might rather than by the will of the people.- synonyms:
- force, power, strength, vigor
- similar words:
- brawn, energy, intensity, main, muscle, prowess
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| related words: |
force, pull, virtue |
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| phrase: |
with might and main |
The words might and mite sound alike but have different meanings. To learn why a sled dog would rather have great might than mites, look up mite.
Word Builder: might +
- mighty:
having might or power.
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