utmost power

[/ˈʌtmoʊst ˈpaʊər/]
noun phrase
máximo poder
1. The greatest or highest degree of power, strength, or authority that someone or something can exert
The government used its utmost power to enforce the new regulations.
O governo usou seu máximo poder para fazer cumprir os novos regulamentos.
2. One's greatest capability or strength in accomplishing something
She did everything within her utmost power to help the community.
Ela fez tudo ao seu máximo poder para ajudar a comunidade.
3. The fullest extent of authority or influence available to a person or institution
The president exercised his utmost power during the crisis.
O presidente exerceu seu máximo poder durante a crise.
The phrase 'utmost power' is commonly used in formal and legal contexts in both American and Brazilian English/Portuguese. In Brazil, it appears frequently in government documents, business contracts, and official communications. The concept emphasizes the maximum extent of effort or authority, reflecting values of completeness and thoroughness in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
maximum powergreatest strengthfull capacityhighest authorityutmost strength
Antonyms / Antônimos
minimum powerweaknesspowerlessnesshelplessness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
máximo poder
Standard translation used across Brazil
São Paulo
máximo poder / todo o poder possível
Both forms are commonly used in business and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
máximo poder / poder máximo
Both word orders are acceptable in speech
Portugal
máximo poder / poder máximo
Equivalent usage in European Portuguese

Related Words

authoritystrengthcapacitycapabilityinfluencemight

Related Idioms & Phrases

to the best of one's ability
with all one's might
to do one's utmost
with full force
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