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Definition of potency

potency

/ˈpoʊtənsi/
po · ten · cy
Adverb:potently
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Plural:potencies
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Adjective:potent
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• noun

1

The chemical or medicinal strength and effectiveness of a drug, toxin, or alcoholic beverage.

Example

"Pharmacists recommend storing the medication in a cool, dark place so it does not lose its potency."

2

The power of something to influence, persuade, or achieve a strong effect.

Example

"The historical speech retained its emotional potency decades after it was first delivered."

3

The physiological capacity of a male to achieve an erection or to father offspring.

Example

"The clinical study examined how age and cardiovascular health affect male potency."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Latin potentia ('power, might, force'), from potens, the present participle of posse ('to be able').

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