# powerful vs powerfully

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### powerful
*adjective · IPA /ˈpaʊəfl̩/ · frequency rank #1,492*
Having, or capable of exerting, power or influence.

### powerfully
*adverb · IPA /ˈpaʊəf(ə)li/ · frequency rank #24,280*
In a powerful manner.

## Source
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