The Chinese word **权势 (quánshì)** is a compound term formed by combining two morphemes, each with a related meaning, to create a nuanced concept of power. The first character, **权 (quán)**, fundamentally means "power," "authority," or "right," often referring to legitimate or official power. The second character, **势 (shì)**, conveys "force," "influence," "momentum," or "strategic advantage," implying a more dynamic, situational, or influential form of power. When paired, **权势** synthesizes these ideas to denote "power and influence" specifically, describing the formidable authority and pervasive clout held by an individual or group, where official power (**权**) is augmented and exercised through networks of influence and pressure (**势**). This formation follows the common Chinese lexical pattern of combining near-synonyms to create an abstract noun with a broader or more intensified meaning.