a. 有效力的,效力大的;有影响力的 ≈ powerful
a. 强有力的,有威力的
He used a strangely potent ingredient in a food supplement. 使用了一种特别有效的成分
Advertising is a potent force in showing smoking as a socially acceptable habit. 广告的力量很大,把吸烟说成为社会所接受的习惯。
The treaty requires them to get rid of their most potent weapons. 条约要求他们销毁威力最强大的武器。
BrE /əˌbriːviˈeɪʃn/