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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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
In the spring or in the evenings, instead of turning on the air conditioner — which not only uses electricity but releases potent planet-heating gases called hydrofluorocarbons — Aviv has another idea.
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Julia Simon, NPR, 9 June 2025
Off-Broadway has been filled with marquee talents connecting with audiences whose main interest is potent work.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Worthy Park Estate 109 Rum From the heart of Jamaica, Worthy Park's 109 is a potent invitation to pure, unadulterated rum flavor.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
His potent bat has carried the lineup in two of his first three seasons in town, the other being slowed by his first foot injury.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 2 June 2025
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Julia Simon, NPR, 9 June 2025
Off-Broadway has been filled with marquee talents connecting with audiences whose main interest is potent work.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Worthy Park Estate 109 Rum From the heart of Jamaica, Worthy Park's 109 is a potent invitation to pure, unadulterated rum flavor.
—Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
His potent bat has carried the lineup in two of his first three seasons in town, the other being slowed by his first foot injury.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potent
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He's torched his credibility with Tesla's most important customers (rich libs), but now risks becoming persona non grata among the MAGA faithful by going against the boss.—
Carlo Versano,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Even long-time cautious bears such as Bernstein's Venugopal Garre, who has been right in cautioning investors over rich valuations in the small and mid-cap sectors (SMID), are now rethinking their outlook.—
Ganesh Rao,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
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Also don’t forget that your network is your most powerful asset, so actively grow it and reach out to them for word-of-mouth job referrals or recommendations.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2025
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These coverage losses were avoidable with better, more efficient communication.—
Lisa Fitzpatrick,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The company discontinued the 5.7-liter engine amid tightening fuel economy regulations and a companywide push toward electric vehicles and more efficient engines last year under ex-Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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Kennedy, who has a history of hostility toward vaccines and has promoted conspiracy theories, earlier this week took the unprecedented step of removing all 17 members of the influential Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, or ACIP.—
Bruce Japsen,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The movie charts the influential British rock group's origin story in the late 1960s, from their earliest days – and how everybody wasn't all about that now-iconic name – to their meteoric rise as one of the world's biggest bands.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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Instead, the revolutionaries relied on more subtle but equally effective means: publicly humiliating prominent loyalists and destroying their stature in the local community.—
Greg Daugherty,
Smithsonian Magazine,
4 June 2025
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Two doses of the MMR vaccine are 97% effective against measles.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
4 June 2025
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The Abrams carries a 120mm cannon, robust armor and has a top speed of 45 mph.—
Tom Vanden Brook,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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The airport has implemented a robust circular economy program, focusing on materials recovery and reducing single-use plastics.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Values, Legacy, and Portfolio Alignment A significant shift across recent reports highlights how families are increasingly aligning their investments with their core values.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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However, there's a significant difference between containing and controlling a wildfire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
15 June 2025
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“Potent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potent. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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