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View usage for: (poʊtənt) adjectiveSomething that is potent is very effective and powerful. Their most potent weapon was the Exocet missile. The drug is extremely potent, but causes unpleasant side effects. Synonyms: strong, powerful, mighty, vigorous More Synonyms of potent More Synonyms of potent potent in British English 1 (ˈpəʊtənt) adjective1. possessing great strength; powerful 2. (of arguments, etc) persuasive or forceful 3. influential or authoritative 4. tending to produce violent physical or chemical effects a potent poison 5. (of a male) capable of having sexual intercourse Derived forms potently (ˈpotently) adverb potentness (ˈpotentness) noun Word origin C15: from Latin potēns able, from posse to be able potent in British English 2 (ˈpəʊtənt) adjective heraldry (of a cross) having flat bars across the ends of the arms Word origin C17: from obsolete potent a crutch, from Latin potentia power potent in American English (ˈpoʊtənt) adjective1. having authority or power; mighty; influential a potent monarch 2. convincing; cogent a potent argument 3. effective or powerful in action, as a drug or drink 4. able to have an erection and hence to engage in sexual intercourse Derived forms potently (ˈpotently) adverb Word origin L potens (gen. potentis), prp. of posse, to be able < potis, able (< IE base * potis, master, husband > Sans pāti, master) + esse, to be: see essence Examples of 'potent' in a sentencepotent Word lists withpotent cross, heraldryBritish English: potent ADJECTIVE Something that is potent is very effective and powerful. ...their most potent weapon. - American English: potent
- Brazilian Portuguese: potente
- Chinese: 效力强的
- European Spanish: potente
- French: puissant
- German: stark
- Italian: potente
- Japanese: よく効く
- Korean: 위력적인
- European Portuguese: potente
- Latin American Spanish: potente
Chinese translation of 'potent' adj - (= powerful)
- [argument, symbol, mix]
有说(說)服力的 (yǒu shuōfúlì de) - [drug]
有效力的 (yǒu xiàolì de) - [drink]
烈性的 (lièxìng de)
- [man]
有性交能力的 (yǒu xìngjiāo nénglì de) a potent weapon 强(強)有力的武器 (qiángyǒulì de wǔqì)
Definition having great power or influence a potent political force Definition (of arguments) persuasive or forceful a potent electoral message Synonyms Opposites ineffective , unconvincing Definition highly effective The treatment is extremely potent, but can have unpleasant side-effects. Additional synonymsDefinition possessing authority The first authoritative study was published in 1840. Synonyms official, approved, sanctioned, legitimate, sovereign, authorized, commandingDefinition forcefully convincing He makes a cogent argument for a more egalitarian education system. Synonyms convincing, strong, powerful, effective, compelling, urgent, influential, potent, irresistible, compulsive, forceful, conclusive, weighty, forcibleDefinition in a position or situation where success looks certain Right now you're in a very commanding position. Synonyms dominant, controlling, dominating, superior, decisive, advantageous, win-win Additional synonymsDefinition convincing He puts forward a compelling argument against the policy. Synonyms convincing, telling, powerful, forceful, conclusive, weighty, cogent, irrefutableScientists say there is no convincing evidence for this theory. Synonyms persuasive, credible, conclusive, incontrovertible, telling, likely, powerful, impressive, probable, plausible, cogent, verisimilar Definition having control, authority, or influence The dominant animals lead the herd. Synonyms controlling, leading, ruling, commanding, supreme, governing, superior, presiding, authoritative, ascendantDefinition relating to a force of society, history, or the mind that produces a change He seemed a dynamic and energetic leader. Synonyms energetic, spirited, powerful, active, vital, driving, electric, go-ahead, lively, magnetic, vigorous, animated, high-powered, forceful, go-getting (informal), tireless, indefatigable, high-octane (informal), zippy (informal), full of beans (informal) Definition impressive You can't make an effective argument if all you do is stridently voice your opinion. Synonyms powerful, strong, convincing, persuasive, telling, impressive, compelling, potent, forceful, striking, emphatic, weighty, forcible, cogentDefinition producing the intended result The nasal spray was new on the market and highly efficacious. Synonyms effective, successful, efficient, powerful, useful, active, capable, adequate, productive, operative, potent, competent, serviceable, effectualDefinition effective This is a forceful argument for joining them. Synonyms powerful, strong, convincing, effective, compelling, persuasive, weighty, pithy, cogent, tellingDefinition strong, emphatic, and confident He was a man of forceful character. Synonyms dynamic, powerful, vigorous, potent, assertiveDefinition having or exerting influence one of the most influential books ever written Synonyms important, powerful, moving, telling, leading, strong, guiding, inspiring, prestigious, meaningful, potent, persuasive, authoritative, momentous, weightyDefinition powerful or strong a mighty young athlete Synonyms powerful, strong, strapping, robust, hardy, vigorous, potent, sturdy, stout, forceful, stalwart, doughty, lusty, indomitable, manful, puissant Additional synonymsDefinition having a marked effect or impact Someone's attitude to wait staff is a telling clue to their personality. Synonyms effective, significant, considerable, marked, striking, powerful, solid, impressive, influential, decisive, potent, forceful, weighty, forcible, trenchant, effectualDefinition having physical or mental energy He was a vigorous, handsome young man. Synonyms strong, powerful, robust, sound, healthy, vital, lively, flourishing, hardy, hale (old-fashioned), hearty, lusty, virile, alive and kicking, red-blooded (informal), fighting fit, full of energy, full of beans (informal), hale and hearty, fit as a fiddle (informal) |