Basic Details
Word: Potent
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Very strong or powerful; having a strong effect.
Synonyms: Strong, powerful, effective
Antonyms: Weak, ineffective, powerless
Idioms and Phrases
- Potent potion: A very strong drink or mixture, often used in stories or legends. Example: "The wizard created a potent potion that could heal any illness."
- Potent force: Something that has great power or influence. Example: "Friendship is a potent force that can change lives."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The chef used a potent spice that made the dish incredibly flavourful.
Example 2: The medicine was potent enough to relieve her pain quickly.
Example 3: His speech was so potent that it moved everyone in the audience to tears.
Fun Fact
The word "potent" comes from the Latin word "potens," which means "powerful" or "able." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe things that have strength or effectiveness.
Famous Quote
"Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind." Rudyard Kipling
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "potent" mean?
a) Weak
b) Very strong
c) Unhealthy
d) Simple
Answer: b) Very strong
2. Which of these is a synonym of "potent"?
a) Ineffective
b) Weak
c) Strong
d) Small
Answer: c) Strong
3. Which of these is an antonym of "potent"?
a) Effective
b) Powerful
c) Weak
d) Strong
Answer: c) Weak
4. Which sentence uses "potent" correctly?
a) The flower was potent with colour.
b) The athlete was not potent in his performance today.
c) The potent medicine helped him recover swiftly.
d) She drank a potent book yesterday.
Answer: c) The potent medicine helped him recover swiftly.
5. What does "potent potion" refer to?
a) A drink that is very weak.
b) A drink that has a powerful effect.
c) A drink that is made from fruit.
d) A drink that is only water.
Answer: b) A drink that has a powerful effect.
