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
The offense is potent and the defense, outside of Saturday, has been stout.
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Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Under a law passed last year, a US ban was set to take effect the day before Trump took office if TikTok’s Chinese parent company didn’t sell the platform; despite the government’s previous national security concerns, Trump has recently hailed the app as a potent way to reach young voters.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 20 June 2025
The oil-free version of its Vogue Verified counterpart, this one provides powerful antioxidant protection while limiting oil production and reducing breakouts through a potent blend of l-ascorbic acid, silymarin, ferulic acid, and salicylic acid.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 13 June 2025
This week, Drake teams up with Canadian rap newcomer Smiley, Kim Gordon has a potent pro-freedom message for Donald Trump, and Colombian hitmaker Feid surprise releases his seventh studio album.
—Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
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Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Under a law passed last year, a US ban was set to take effect the day before Trump took office if TikTok’s Chinese parent company didn’t sell the platform; despite the government’s previous national security concerns, Trump has recently hailed the app as a potent way to reach young voters.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 20 June 2025
The oil-free version of its Vogue Verified counterpart, this one provides powerful antioxidant protection while limiting oil production and reducing breakouts through a potent blend of l-ascorbic acid, silymarin, ferulic acid, and salicylic acid.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 13 June 2025
This week, Drake teams up with Canadian rap newcomer Smiley, Kim Gordon has a potent pro-freedom message for Donald Trump, and Colombian hitmaker Feid surprise releases his seventh studio album.
—Rolling Stone, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potent
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Established in 1893, the thick of the Gilded Age, Montford boasts a rich tapestry of architectural styles, featuring everything from grand Victorian homes to intricate Arts and Crafts designs, many of which are now bed and breakfasts.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
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The comparatively negligible impact of the billionaire's wedding bill on his total wealth highlights the vast and growing gap between the world's richest individuals and the average American worker.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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Letlow is the only woman in the state's congressional delegation and sits on the powerful Appropriations Committee, state officials noted.—
June 27,
CBS News,
27 June 2025
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The impact of this powerful novel is heightened by Golden Voice narrator Nicholas Boulton’s keen understanding of its author’s purposes.—
AudioFile Magazine
June 27,
Literary Hub,
27 June 2025
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Without an accountant on staff, one of the most efficient ways to handle these responsibilities is by using accounting software.—
Mia Taylor,
CNBC,
27 June 2025
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Thanks to advancements in hybrid technology, American car buyers have access to some of the most efficient cars ever made.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
26 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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All of this is to say: fitness is the biggest influential player for the Dutch.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Involve influential stakeholders right from the start.—
Apurva Wadodkar,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Unlike generics, they’re not approved by the FDA, a federal agency that verifies whether drugs are safe and effective .—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2025
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Dependable, uninterrupted and effective foreign aid is critical to the well-being of millions of children.—
UNICEF USA,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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The Desktop Specialist is a fast entry point; the Data Analyst certification builds on it with more robust tools for visual analytics.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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The mobile app is far more robust for video than the desktop web browser version.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
25 June 2025
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Adding significant pieces on the open market is costly and risky, perhaps no more or less than daring to move on from Dobson.—
Rob Rossi,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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The company is trading at merely 0.4 times its potential revenues for 2030—a significant discount for a technology leader poised to grow from nothing to over $10 billion in revenue within a few years.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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“Potent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potent. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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