potent

• Décrit quelque chose de très fort, puissant ou efficace, notamment en parlant d'une substance, d'un remède ou d'une influence.

Describes something that is very strong, powerful, or effective.

1. Having great influenceB2formal

   Possessing significant power or effect, especially in shaping outcomes or opinions.

   qui a une grande influence

   • His speech was a potent force for change in the community.
   • The advertisement proved to be a potent tool for increasing sales.
   • Her arguments were potent enough to sway the committee.

   Synonymescompellingeffectiveforcefulinfluentialpersuasivepowerfulstrong

   Antonymesimpotentineffectivepowerlessweak

2. Having force or authorityB2formal

   Wielding strength, power, or authority effectively.

   Puissant

   • The king was a potent ruler who commanded respect.
   • The union remains a potent political force in the region.
   • A potent leader can inspire loyalty and action.

   Synonymesauthoritativecommandingdominantforcefulinfluentialmightypowerfulstrong

   Antonymesimpotentineffectiveineffectualpowerlessweak

3. Strong physiological or chemical effectB2formal

   Having a powerful effect on the body or mind, often used for drugs, medicines, or chemicals.

   Puissant (effet physiologique ou chimique)

   • The doctor prescribed a potent antibiotic for the infection.
   • This cleaning solution is too potent for delicate fabrics.
   • The venom of that snake is extremely potent.

   Synonymesconcentratedeffectiveefficaciouspowerfulstrongvigorous

   Antonymesdiluteineffectivemildweak

4. Capable of copulation (male)C1formal

   Able to engage in sexual intercourse, typically referring to male fertility or virility.

   Potent (capable de copulation)

   • The treatment helped restore his potency.
   • The stallion was known to be potent and healthy.
   • The study examined factors affecting male potency.

   Synonymesvirile

   Antonymesimpotentinfertilesterile