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

  • (..) Wow! This shit is top of the line. It's called G-. It's genetically engineered by the U.S. government. It's extremely potent, but a completely mellow high. No paranoia. Is that what we smoked last night? This is all I ever smoke. - How much? (..)
    1999 American Beauty