supercharged
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsuːpərˌtʃɑːrdʒd/
KK: /ˈsuːpərˌtʃɑːrdʒd/
adjective
Definition
Having a device that increases the power of an engine by forcing more air into it, resulting in better performance.
Example
The supercharged car zoomed past us on the highway.
Conversation
Did you see that new car model?
Yeah, I heard it's supercharged for better performance.
I can't wait to test drive it this weekend!
Same here! It sounds like a blast.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
boosted
enhanced
amplified
Antonyms
weakened
diminished
reduced
verb
Definition
To increase the power or efficiency of something, often by adding extra features or enhancements.
Example
The new engine was supercharged to improve its performance.
Tense Forms
Past: supercharged
Past Participle: supercharged
Conversation
Did you hear about the new game they supercharged with extra features?
Yeah, I saw the trailer! It looks amazing.
I can't wait to try it out myself; they really supercharged the graphics.
Root Explanation
Supercharged → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or beyond) and "charged" (from the verb charge, meaning to load or fill). The word "supercharged" means to load or fill something beyond its normal capacity, often used in the context of engines or performance enhancements.
Memory Tip
Think of something being filled 'beyond' ('super-') its normal capacity — that's why supercharged means enhanced or boosted.
Visually Confused Words
surcharge
unsurcharged
undercharged
surcharger