potency

noun

ˈpō-tᵊn(t)-sē How to pronounce potency (audio)
Definition of potencynext
as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task vitamins of high potency that should be taken only in the proper dosage

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Recent Examples of potency Now he’s paired with Currie and the collective potency of Sierra Canyon. — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 28 July 2026 Neither Gabriel Martinelli nor Leandro Trossard provided the attacking potency expected of title winners, with just seven Premier League goals between them in 2025-26. — Mark Carey, New York Times, 27 July 2026 Most doses were in the 5- to 10-mg range, a standard dose for casual marijuana users, though high-potency brands with 50, 60, and even 100 mg of THC — intense amounts likely to overwhelm all but heavy users — were also easy to find. — Sarah Todd, STAT, 21 July 2026 These platforms have enabled connections between qualified buyers and confidential opportunities, reducing unnecessary inquiries and increasing the potency and effectiveness of offers. — William Jones, USA Today, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for potency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for potency
  1. power
  2. strength
  3. energy
  4. muscle
  5. capacity
Noun
  • His brand shone as a symbol of national pride and soft power.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Damianos also hailed the entry of French investment company Meridiam as a backer to the Great Seas Interconnector project, an electricity cable that will connect Europe’s power grid with that of Cyprus and eventually Israel.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of power
Noun
  • For now, though, Denver appears focused on preserving Bo Nix’s favorite target for a full-strength playoff run.
    — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Jacas, whose reps have steadily increased over the week, has by no means dominated for even a stretch of practice, but flashes of excellent upper-body strength and burst off the line are there.
    — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of strength
Noun
  • Scientists are curious about the sun's inner workings to better track massive bursts of energy called coronal mass ejections that can hurl toward Earth.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Saudi energy infrastructure has been the target of Iranian attacks, and the uncertainty over the status of the Strait of Hormuz has had a dramatic effect on the movement – and price – of oil drilled in the Middle East.
    — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of energy
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  • Males typically have a greater proportion of fast-twitch muscle fibers, improving explosive speed and power.
    — Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Their noses and the inside of their ears and their long tongue muscles were delightfully pink, the color of a crayon.
    — Rachel Yoder, New Yorker, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of muscle
Noun
  • That means investing in domestic manufacturing capacity, strengthening supply chains for critical components and accelerating the deployment of American robotics across industry.
    — Ariyan Kabir, Fortune, 8 Aug. 2026
  • While Blanche has already been leading the department in an acting capacity, his confirmation could free him to pursue the administration’s agenda even more aggressively.
    — Alanna Durkin Richer, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of capacity

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