noun · Medium SAT word

Potency

effectiveness; the power or right to give orders or make decisions

Potency in a sentence

The potency of the medicine increased after adding new compounds.

Synonyms for potency

strength
power
effectiveness

Antonyms for potency

weakness
ineffectiveness
frailty

Practice potency on real SAT questions

Vocabulary like potency appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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