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Potent

usgb/ˈpəʊtnt/Volume
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Emotional Impact

Use 'potent' to express a strong emotional influence or presence.

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Her words had a potent emotional impact on the audience.
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Not Always Positive

Remember that 'potent' can refer to negative power as well.

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The dictator's potent rule was feared by all.
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Figurative Use

'Potent' can be used figuratively to describe compelling ideas or arguments.

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He made a potent case for changing the school policy.
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