potent

• 形容某物非常强大、有力或有效，能产生显著效果；也可指人有权势、有影响力。

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

1. Having great influenceB2formal

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

   有影响力的

   • 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.

   同义词compellingeffectiveforcefulinfluentialpersuasivepowerfulstrong

   反义词impotentineffectivepowerlessweak

2. Having force or authorityB2formal

   Wielding strength, power, or authority effectively.

   有权势的

   • 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.

   同义词authoritativecommandingdominantforcefulinfluentialmightypowerfulstrong

   反义词impotentineffectiveineffectualpowerlessweak

3. Strong physiological or chemical effectB2formal

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

   强效的

   • 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.

   同义词concentratedeffectiveefficaciouspowerfulstrongvigorous

   反义词diluteineffectivemildweak

4. Capable of copulation (male)C1formal

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

   有交配能力的（男性）

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

   同义词virile

   反义词impotentinfertilesterile