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

Xi came to power after the 2008 protests in Tibet and deadly unrest in Xinjiang, another frontier region of modern China where ethnic minorities have long chafed under Beijing’s rule and witnessed a huge security crackdown.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Ultimately, both sides are jockeying for power after the war, given the unusual uncertainty brought on by the change in the supreme leadership.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of power

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According to Karim Gharbi, Extension Agent for Horticulture with CSU Extension in Denver County, the beetles' strength comes from overwhelming trees in massive numbers.

— Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 31 July 2026
More than 40 weekly fitness experiences invite guests to move with intention, from sunrise yoga and Pilates sessions to high-energy strength and conditioning classes led by expert instructors.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026

Definition of strength

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These include rising bond yields, recent hawkish speeches, three July dissents from Fed policymakers and energy pricing remaining generally elevated.

— Simon Moore, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Over the first half of the year, the British energy major saw its profits balloon 70% compared with the year before.

— Salma Arafa, CNN Money, 30 July 2026

Definition of energy

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Ideally there would be enforced age restrictions, accurate labels, independent testing, and honest potency information to protect people, especially the kids who are able to casually buy it due to lax store management.

— David Manheim, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026
Founded in 1984, Thorne develops products with high-quality ingredients, guided by clinical research and an in-house team of doctors, researchers, and scientists to ensure every formula meets rigorous standards for purity, potency, and efficacy.

— Jack McCullough, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

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