turbocharged
turbocharged — adjective
- turbochargedpositive
- more turbochargedcomparative
- most turbochargedsuperlative
1. describes a person, performance, or activity that is extremely energetic, powerf
describes a person, performance, or activity that is extremely energetic, powerful, or intense — as if boosted by extra force
Nellie gave a turbocharged speech that had the whole audience on their feet.
turbocharged + speech/performance
The band's turbocharged guitar solo brought everyone in the crowd to life.
After three cups of coffee, Dario felt turbocharged and ready to finish the report.
Shirin's turbocharged workout routine left even the fittest gym members exhausted.
Cole delivered a turbocharged final set, winning six games in a row to claim the trophy.
- energetic
neutral, everyday word for having energy; less intense and vivid
- dynamic
emphasizes change and forward movement rather than raw power
- vigorous
implies healthy, sustained physical or mental activity
- high-powered
often used of people in important, demanding jobs
用法筆記
Often used in journalism and informal speech. More vivid and intense than 'energetic' — it suggests a sudden or dramatic boost rather than a steady state.
常見錯誤
2. describes an engine that has a turbocharger — a device that forces extra air int
describes an engine that has a turbocharger — a device that forces extra air into the engine to make it produce more power
Ramón's turbocharged diesel truck pulled the heavy trailer up the steep hill easily.
turbocharged + diesel + [vehicle]
Hiroshi chose the turbocharged 1.5-litre model after test-driving it on the steep coastal road near his home.
turbocharged + [engine size] + real-world test
Lan drove a turbocharged sports car and loved its quick response on the motorway.
A turbocharged saloon zoomed past the crawling lorry and disappeared around the next bend.
Apinya bought the turbocharged version and was amazed by how little effort it took to reach highway speed.
- supercharged
similar technology but a supercharger is belt-driven, not exhaust-driven
- turbo
informal short form, used as a noun or prefix rather than a standalone adjective
- naturally aspirated
technical term for an engine without forced induction
用法筆記
Typically used of car and truck engines. Not used for electric motors.
常見錯誤
3. describes growth, increase, or expansion that is happening much faster than norm
describes growth, increase, or expansion that is happening much faster than normal — often used of economies, markets, or business trends
Malaysia's turbocharged economy drew investors from Tokyo, London, and New York within a single quarter.
turbocharged + economy
Youssef invested in solar panels right before the industry entered a phase of turbocharged growth.
Turbocharged demand for electric cars forced Toyota to double its production targets within six months.
A small bakery in Leeds saw turbocharged growth after its sourdough loaves went viral on social media.
Reema's small business reported turbocharged profits after launching its online shop last spring.
- accelerated
emphasizes the process of speeding up rather than the resulting fast state
- rapid
simple, neutral word for fast; lacks the metaphor of a boost
- breakneck
suggests dangerously fast speed; more dramatic and negative in tone
- exponential
technical term for growth that compounds; more formal
用法筆記
Common in business and economics reporting. The subject is usually an abstract trend — growth, demand, expansion, or profits — rather than a person.