power boost

[/ˈpaʊər buːst/]
nounpl: power boosts
impulso de energia / reforço de potência
1. A temporary or sudden increase in energy, strength, or performance
The team needed a power boost to win the game in the final quarter.
O time precisava de um impulso de energia para vencer o jogo no último quarto.
2. An enhancement or upgrade that increases the capability or effectiveness of something
This new software update gives your computer a real power boost.
Esta nova atualização de software dá ao seu computador um reforço de potência real.
3. A special feature in video games that temporarily grants enhanced abilities to the player
Collecting the power boost will make your character invincible for 30 seconds.
Coletar o impulso de poder tornará seu personagem invencível por 30 segundos.
In Brazil, 'power boost' is frequently used in gaming contexts and technology discussions. The term has become increasingly common with the rise of digital culture and video games. In the USA, it's widely used in fitness, technology, and motivational contexts. The concept reflects contemporary culture's focus on optimization and performance enhancement.
NYC Slang
juice / bump up / turbo
Synonyms / Sinônimos
energy boostperformance enhancementstrength increaseupgradesupercharge
Antonyms / Antônimos
power downweaknessdeclinereduction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
impulso de energia / reforço de potência
Most common translation in everyday usage
São Paulo
turbinar
Colloquial verb meaning to boost or supercharge
General Portuguese
aumento de potência / impulso de energia
Similar usage but often more formal in Portugal
Rio de Janeiro
dar um gás
Slang expression meaning to give a boost or acceleration

Related Words

boostpowerenergyenhancementupgradeperformance

Related Idioms & Phrases

give someone a boost
get a shot in the arm
give it some gas
turbocharge something
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