potent
/ˈpoʊtənt/
adjective
- Having great power, strength, or influence.
- The potent leader changed the country's laws with a single speech.
- A potent earthquake shook the entire region.
- Her potent voice could be heard across the stadium.
- Having a strong effect on the mind or body, especially a drug or chemical.
- The vaccine is potent enough to protect against multiple strains of the virus.
- This is a very potent painkiller, so take only one pill.
- The potent smell of garlic filled the kitchen.
- Able to have sex or reproduce (usually of a male).
- The stallion was still potent at the age of twenty.
- The treatment helped him remain potent.
- Potent males are chosen for breeding programs.