more potent

ADJECTIVE

effective, powerful, forceful

Synonyms

STRONGEST

compelling dominant dynamic great impressive influential persuasive robust strong useful vigorous

STRONG

stiff

WEAK

almighty authoritative ball of fire cogent commanding convincing efficacious forcible full-bodied go-getter gutsy lusty mighty powerhouse puissant punchy spanking sturdy telling trenchant

Antonyms

STRONGEST

inactive ineffective ineffectual infirm insignificant soft unhealthy unimportant weak

WEAK

disabled fragile helpless impotent incapable

Example Sentences

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"By diverting waste from landfill where it would otherwise produce methane, a significantly more potent greenhouse gas and reducing reliance on fossil fuel-based energy sources, energy-from-waste can contribute to broader lifecycle emissions benefits," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Yet the recent weaponization of supply chains has offered a stark reminder that rather than erasing physical geography, the era of hyperconnectivity has turned it into a possibly more potent weapon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

It’s an indescribable closeness, more potent than any dividend.

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

That path back for USC would certainly be smoother with a more potent offense.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

Second, military technology was far more potent in Eurasia than in the Americas.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond