# Powers vs prowess

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### Powers
*noun · frequency rank #2,050*
plural of Power

### prowess
*noun · IPA /ˈpɹaʊɪs/ · frequency rank #18,401*
Skillfulness or extraordinary ability in a particular area of expertise; dexterity, mastery, or proficiency.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-09-03.
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