Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for hydraulic.
Definitions

hydraulic

[hahy-draw-lik, -drol-ik] / haɪˈdrɔ lɪk, -ˈdrɒl ɪk /
ADJECTIVE
moved by fluid under pressure
Synonyms
STRONG
hydromechanical
WEAK


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Hradecky suggests the RAT was, therefore, more likely triggered because both engines had already lost power and fallen below idle speed, rather than by a separate electrical or hydraulic failure.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Stellantis said an internal investigation identified a connection issue in the wiring of the cars’ electric hydraulic power steering pump.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

According to the preliminary report, the RAT was providing hydraulic power within five seconds of the fuel switches being cut off.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The passageway is accessed using a “sophisticated hydraulic lift” and extends from Otay Mesa, underneath the U.S.-Mexico border and into Tijuana.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

I heard the soft groaning of hydraulic pumps as the boom extended.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover



Vocabulary lists containing hydraulic


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "hydraulic" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com