Synonyms for

Potency

Verb / ˈpəʊtʌnsi: / Another word for potency — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

dominance impotency potentiality potential effectiveness impotence authorisation authorization strength sayso authority potence

Synonyms by register

Formal

efficacy power strength effectiveness capability

Informal

oomph punch bang clout

Literary

virtue might vigor

Antonyms

weakness impotence ineffectiveness frailty powerlessness impotency

Common collocations

  • drug potency
  • sexual potency
  • potency of the argument
  • potency of the medicine
  • potency of the effect
  • full potency
  • maintain potency

Word family

noun potency
adjective potent

Usage note

Potency often refers to the strength or effectiveness of something, particularly medicines, drugs, or arguments. It can also refer to sexual power.

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