POTENCE Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

potence

noun

ˈpō-tᵊn(t)s

Definition of potence

as in power

the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task claimed that an alliance would have a collective potence far greater than that of any individual nation

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Noun

The brokerage said South Korea could emerge as a key market for additional capacity in Asia, with operators that secure power, land and long-term customer contracts better positioned to expand.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026
These arrangements form part of Google’s broader effort to secure power for its expanding data center infrastructure while reducing the carbon emissions associated with natural gas generation.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of power

Noun

Jax, a tremendous force at 6-0, 260, displays impressive power, strength, and mobility as an agile powerhouse athlete.

— James Varsallone, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026
The gym is expansive by hotel standards, with cardio machines, strength-training equipment, and a packed schedule of daily classes ranging from yoga and barre to HIIT and spin.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of strength

Noun

The energy transition requires massive grid upgrades and battery storage.

— William Jones, Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026
If implemented, energy experts say the initiatives could slow global warming and reduce the environmental footprint of renewable energy technologies, like solar panels and batteries.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of energy

Noun

This broad category of products, which largely skirts any regulation, has seen major surges in potency, while becoming omnipresent on smoke shop and gas station shelves.

— Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 6 Nov. 2026
Additionally, the researchers did not track product strength, THC potency or total amounts consumed.

— Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of potency

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