(idiomatic) The holders of power or the authorities in a given situation, especially if seen as being faceless or unreasonably bureaucratic.

plural of Power

A surname. / A city in Coos County, Oregon, United States.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of power

plural of power

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of power on

(plural only) Alternative spelling of powers that be

The ability to do or undergo something. / (countable) The ability to affect or influence. / Control or coercion, particularly legal or political (jurisdiction).

(Singapore, colloquial) Impressive.

(transitive) To provide power for (a mechanical or electronic device). / (transitive) To hit or kick something forcefully. / To enable or provide the impetus for.