potent

/ˈpəʊt(ə)nt/adjective

Very powerful or strong in its effect.

Example sentences

“This painkiller is potent, so take only one tablet.”
“Social media has become a potent tool for organizing protests.”
“The video was a potent reminder of the dangers of drunk driving.”

Common pairings are a potent drug, a potent weapon, and a potent symbol. The opposite, 'impotent', means powerless.

Synonyms for potent

powerful
strong
effective
forceful
mighty

Antonyms

weak
ineffective
impotent

Related words

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