puissant — having great power or influence; mighty
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having great power or influence; mighty
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpjuːɪsənt/
Example Sentences
- The puissant wizard's sneeze accidentally turned the entire cafeteria into chocolate pudding.
- Despite her puissant reputation, the dragon was actually terrible at barbecuing - everything came out charcoal.
- The puissant nation's economic policies reshaped global trade patterns.
puissant
ADJECTIVE[/ˈpjuːɪsənt/]
having great power or influence; mighty
a mighty king raises his jeweled scepter high above his head while seated on an ornate golden throne. His commanding gesture immediately captures everyone's attention as his royal robes flow dramatically around him. The moment he speaks, all the nobles and courtiers in the room bow deeply in unison. Guards straighten their postures and servants halt their movements to listen intently. Every person in the throne room responds instantly to his presence and authority. having great power or influence over others
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'poissant', which developed from Latin 'potens' meaning 'powerful' or 'able'. This noble term was frequently used in medieval chivalric literature to describe mighty kings and warriors.
Breakdown
pot- (power/able) + -ent (having the quality of) → puissant (having great power)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The puissant wizard's sneeze accidentally turned the entire cafeteria into chocolate pudding.”
“Despite her puissant reputation, the dragon was actually terrible at barbecuing - everything came out charcoal.”
“The puissant nation's economic policies reshaped global trade patterns.”
“Her puissant intellect made her the most sought-after consultant in Silicon Valley.”
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