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influential
Having the ability to exert a strong effect or power over people, decisions, or developments.
Sie ist eine der einflussreichsten Politikerinnen des Landes.
She is one of the most influential politicians in the country.
The word is made up of 'Einfluss' (influence) and 'reich' (rich). So it literally means being 'rich in influence'.
Der Unternehmer ist in der Wirtschaft sehr einflussreich.
The entrepreneur is very influential in the economy.
If you want to describe the area of influence more precisely, use the preposition 'auf' followed by the accusative.
Seine Entscheidungen waren einflussreich auf die gesamte Branche.
His decisions were influential for the entire industry.
'Einflussreich' (influential) often describes people or groups with power. Typical combinations are: 'eine einflussreiche Person' (an influential person), 'eine einflussreiche Familie' (an influential family), or 'eine einflussreiche Position' (an influential position).
Er kommt aus einer sehr einflussreichen Familie.
He comes from a very influential family.
powerful / mighty
Mächtig and einflussreich can both describe a person who has a strong effect on other people or on decisions. Mächtig emphasizes existing power and control, while einflussreich also applies without formal power. Mächtig is especially suitable for someone with direct control; einflussreich is more suitable when the effect comes from reputation or ideas.
Die Journalistin ist einflussreich und kann wichtige Entscheidungen durch ihre Kommentare beeinflussen.
The journalist is influential and can influence important decisions through her comments.
Der Minister ist mächtig und kann wichtige Entscheidungen im Land direkt beeinflussen.
The minister is powerful and can directly influence important decisions in the country.
