Underpowered
Pronunciation:ˌʌndərˈpaʊərd
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 动力不足的
- 性能不足的
- 马力不足的
Definitions
adjective
Definition
Having insufficient power or strength to perform effectively.
In ZH
没有足够的动力或力量以有效地执行任务。
Examples
- The car felt underpowered on the highway, struggling to maintain speed.
- His laptop is underpowered for video editing, causing lag during processing.
- The underpowered engine didn’t allow the boat to reach its full potential.
Cultural Notes
In automotive contexts, 'underpowered' often refers to vehicles that lack the horsepower needed for smooth performance. In a broader context, it can apply to any equipment or systems lacking the necessary capacity for optimal functioning.
verb
Definition
To make something less powerful or effective than it could be.
In ZH
使某物的力量或效率低于可能的水平。
Examples
- The new policy underpowered the department's ability to meet its goals.
- Many believe the recent changes underpowered the original vision of the project.
- By reducing the budget, they essentially underpowered the entire initiative.
Cultural Notes
'Underpower' as a verb is less commonly used but signifies a conscious action that reduces effectiveness, often in organizational or operational contexts.