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Meaning of 'potency' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Potency [ n.]
- The quality or state of being potent; physical or moral power; inherent strength; energy; ability to effect a purpose; capability; efficacy; influence.

Meaning of 'potency' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . potency [ n]
Meaning (1):
- the power or right to give orders or make decisions
Example in sentence:
  • a place of potency in the state;
  • deputies are given authorization to make arrests;
  • he has the authority to issue warrants
Meaning (2):
- capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects
Example in sentence:
  • the strength of the drinks;
  • the toxin's potency

Nearby Words:

pot pot-bellied pot-belly pot-sure pot-valiant pot-walloper potable potableness potage potager

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