potent

adjective

ˈpō-tᵊnt How to pronounce potent (audio)
Definition of potentnext
1
as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor) a potent tea that is the perfect morning pick-me-up

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2
as in powerful
having great power or influence a potent argument for expanding our program of space exploration

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3
as in efficient
producing or capable of producing a desired result potent medicine that can be obtained through a doctor's prescription

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Recent Examples of potent With ancient Greek tale The Odyssey still slashing its way to peak box office, the sword and sorcery age remains a potent genre for Hollywood. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 13 Aug. 2026 That shift can put Southern California in the crosshairs of potentially potent tropical moisture, though the pattern’s effects vary by area. — Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2026 The excellent quartet carries a dose of Nineties alt-rock, while Williams’ vocals sink into the potent lyrics and discordant, dreamy instrumentals. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2026 Higher interest rates are the Fed's most potent weapon to temper high inflation because costlier borrowing can dampen purchasing demand, helping to cool the economy. — Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for potent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for potent
  1. rich
  2. powerful
  3. efficient
  4. strong
  5. influential
  6. effective
  7. robust
  8. significant
Adjective
  • That nutritional profile has made sardines a particularly popular choice among people looking to add more nutrient-rich foods to their diets.
    — Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The analysis is particularly striking in Indian Creek, where the golf course sits at the heart of an enclave whose 41 homeowners include some of the world’s richest people.
    — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of rich
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  • Immediately after that, a powerful blast rips through the street.
    — Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
  • McLaurin, the nominee for lieutenant governor, is trying to become the first Democrat to win the powerful seat since Mark Taylor left office in 2007.
    — David Wickert, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of powerful
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  • The 24-year-old has been efficient in the final third, contributing goals and assists, while being composed and attentive with and without the ball in deeper areas.
    — Art de Roché, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Unitree’s robots remain less efficient than human workers and must be retrained from scratch for each new task, Wang said.
    — Anniek Bao,Jenni Reid,Jenny Lee, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of efficient
Adjective
  • Reese missed badly on the layup attempt, but her strong play sparked an Atlanta Dream rally before halftime.
    — Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Historically, the strongest predictor of a recruiting boom has been a weak economy.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of strong
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  • Jeanie Buss becomes a Lakers executive In 1999, Jeanie was named executive vice president of business operations and became an increasingly influential figure inside the franchise.
    — Law Murray, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • But the most influential literary genre is the one that clearly doesn’t exist.
    — M. C. Mah, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of influential
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  • The effective closure of the strait throughout the nearly six-month war has seen the cost of energy and other vital commodities rise.
    — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Following a diet rich in whole foods, especially protein-rich foods, is an effective way to improve and maintain your basal metabolic rate (BMR).
    — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of effective
Adjective
  • Emery knows that his side are robust when battling adversity yet need to find a way to rectify blind spots in their game, such as the tendency to drift through certain matches and against specific tactical challenges.
    — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
  • If growth stays robust and financial conditions remain loose, demand could stay strong enough to keep inflation elevated and force the Federal Reserve to raise rates more than investors currently expect.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of robust
Adjective
  • In the years after the Covid-19 pandemic, San Francisco saw a significant population decline, losing more than 60,000 residents between 2020 and 2022, according to US Census data.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The Army's most significant response has been the Future Soldier Preparatory Course, a pre-basic training program primarily at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, for recruits who narrowly miss academic or body-fat standards.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
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