Main Entry: po·ten·cy

Pronunciation: \ˈpōt-^ən-sē\

Function: noun

Inflected Form(s): plural po·ten·cies

: the quality or state of being potent: as a : chemical or medicinal strength or efficacy <a drug's potency> b : the ability to copulate—usually used of the male c : initial inherent capacity for development of a particular kind <cells with a potency for eye formation>