potent

Definition

  • adjective: very effective or strong
  • adjective: having or wielding force, authority, or influence
  • usually used of the male
  • synonyms: powerful, efficacious, forcible

Examples

  • Her story serves as a 'potent' reminder of the dangers of drug use.

  • He had 'potent' arguments for going to war.

  • a 'potently' meaningful speech

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - How long was I out? - Two days. It's your birthday. Many happy returns. I've felt these effects before, but this was so much more potent. It was some kind of hallucinogen, weaponized, in aerosol form. You have been hanging out in the wrong clubs, Mr. Wayne. I called Mr. Fox when your condition (..)
    2005 Batman Begins