supercharged

[ soo-per-chahrjd ]

adjective

1. equipped with a supercharger.
2. (of a gas or liquid) subjected to pressurization.
3. full of energy, emotion, tension, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of supercharged¹

First recorded in 1885–90; supercharge + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Bernard said inflammation plays a significant role in Parkinson's disease when microglia, specific immune cells in the brain, enter a supercharged state.

From Science Daily

Now, in the eyes of some, those concerns are being supercharged.

From Los Angeles Times

The work will take years, but could bring advanced forecasting and supercharged volcano power.

From BBC

Sam Farmer’s pick: Energy should be supercharged for this rematch, and both teams figure to be serious playoff contenders.

From Los Angeles Times

Energy should be supercharged for this rematch, and both teams figure to be serious playoff contenders.

From Los Angeles Times