Potent ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Potent ( adjective )

1. Having great power, authority, or influence.
2. Having a strong or immediate effect.
3. Having a high degree of strength or effectiveness.

Origin:

From middle english potent, from old french poten, from latin potens ("powerful"), present participle of posse ("to be abl.e")

Examples:

1. A potent drug that can cure the disease.
2. Potent arguments that convinced the jury.
3. A potent force in shaping the future.
4. The potion was potent and she felt better instantly.
5. His words were potent and moved many to tears.

(As a noun)

Potent ( noun )

1. Having great power, authority, or influence.
2. Having a strong or immediate effect.
3. Having a high degree of strength or effectiveness.

Origin:

From middle english potent, from old french poten, from latin potens ("powerful"), present participle of posse ("to be abl.e")

Examples:

1. A potent drug that can cure the disease.
2. Potent arguments that convinced the jury.
3. A potent force in shaping the future.
4. The potion was potent and she felt better instantly.
5. His words were potent and moved many to tears.