Meaning
Having all or many degrees of power; having a great range of power; said of an eyepiece made adjustable so as to give a varying magnifying power.
Etymology
Origin: Ancient Greek
Ancient Greek παγκρατής (pankratḗs, “all-powerful”) + -ic.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pancratianpancratical
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2020, 2025.