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 key ingredient here is GSM10, a patent-pending molecule derived from a decade of research into the Perrin family’s grape pomace—the seeds and skins left over from the winemaking process, which scientists have found has a potent ability to help the skin renew itself.
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Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
The team’s attack was potent during his absence, as Miami outscored opponents 16-2 in the final four games.
—Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Today’s version is much more potent.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 May 2026
Allicin is most potent in raw garlic.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 6 May 2026
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Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 6 May 2026
The team’s attack was potent during his absence, as Miami outscored opponents 16-2 in the final four games.
—Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Today’s version is much more potent.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 6 May 2026
Allicin is most potent in raw garlic.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for potent
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Here, this translates as an exuberance of bread, meat and dairy, rich and fortifying.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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That’s rich — like the pot calling the kettle black.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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Any changes to the policy will probably draw strong challenges from within the LAPD and the Los Angeles Police Protective League, the powerful union that represents the city’s rank-and-file officers.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Yet the world’s most powerful economy’s been dragged down by nonstop layoffs.—
Solo Ceesay,
Rolling Stone,
7 May 2026
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The debate came amid projections of declining gas tax revenue as more people adopt electric, hybrid and fuel-efficient cars.—
Claire Rush,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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File under efficient but uninspired.—
Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
11 May 2026
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Lewis-Skelly and Calafiori continued to provide balance against Atletico three days later, and were also key components to Arsenal’s strong start against West Ham, alongside Leandro Trossard.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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The case that Ashton and Bradley heavily influenced each other is stronger, if also strained.—
Brian Seibert,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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The center continued that Bugno had played an influential behind-the-scenes role in championing independent voices from regions historically marginalized within the global film industry, and notably the Arab World.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
7 May 2026
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The Legend award is given to one of TV’s most beloved and influential performers, with last year’s inaugural honor given to Parker Posey.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
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The pair picked apart the Fire defense with a series of effective rolls and slips.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2026
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The trial court imposed a total effective sentence of 20 years in prison, suspended after 15 years, and 15 years of probation, the Supreme Court ruling says.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Over the next decade, the PCOS community underwent the most robust and extensive disease-renaming process in history.—
Annalisa Merelli,
STAT,
12 May 2026
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JPMorgan initiates Kailera Therapeutics as overweight JPMorgan says the biotech company has a robust pipeline.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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BuzzFeed soon will make another round of significant cost cuts prior to Allen’s takeover, Peretti said in the statement.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Those troops are still there, and significant mistrust remains a threat to peace.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
12 May 2026
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“Potent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/potent. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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