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Definition of omnipotence

omnipotence

/ɑːmˈnɪp.ə.təns/
om · nip · o · tence
Adverb:omnipotently
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Plural:omnipotences
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Adjective:omnipotent
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omnipotence Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state or quality of having unlimited, supreme, or universal power and authority, especially as an attribute of a deity.

Example

"Theological scholars have long debated the paradoxes surrounding divine omnipotence and human free will."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse with 'omniscience' (infinite knowledge) or 'omnipresence' (being present everywhere at once), as 'omnipotence' specifically denotes unlimited power.

• Rhymes for omnipotence

• Nearby Words

omit
omittable
omnibus
omnipotence
omnipotent
omnipresence
omnipresent

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French omnipotence, from Late Latin omnipotentia, formed from Latin omnis ('all') and potens ('powerful').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Omnipotence. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/omnipotence
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