potency — The power or strength of something, especially in terms of effectiveness or influence. The degree to which something can produce a desired effect.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The power or strength of something, especially in terms of effectiveness or influence. The degree to which something can produce a desired effect.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpoʊtənsi/
Korean meaning: 효력, 위력, 잠재력
Korean pronunciation: 포-튼-시 (강세: 포)
Example Sentences
- The coffee's potency kept me awake for 48 hours straight - I could see colors that don't exist!
- The speaker's potency to bore audiences was legendary among professors.
- Scientists are studying the potency of this new vaccine.
potency
NOUN//ˈpoʊtənsi//
The power or strength of something, especially in terms of effectiveness or influence. The degree to which something can produce a desired effect.
The power or strength of something, especially in terms of effectiveness or influence. The degree to which something can produce a desired effect.
When every agency fails in an emergency, true potency comes from within!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'potentia' meaning power or strength, derived from 'potens' meaning powerful or mighty. The word has maintained its core meaning of inherent power or strength throughout its evolution into English.
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📝Examples
“The coffee's potency kept me awake for 48 hours straight - I could see colors that don't exist!”
“The speaker's potency to bore audiences was legendary among professors.”
“Scientists are studying the potency of this new vaccine.”
“The potency of social media in shaping public opinion is undeniable.”
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