a.

1. 强有力的；有权势的；有影响的
   He is a potent ruler.

   他是一个强有力的统治者。

2. （药等）有效力的，有效能的
   A new potent antibiotic will shortly be available.

   一种新的高效抗生素不久将在市面销售。

3. （议论等）有说服力的
   Mr. Adams produced his potent argument at the meeting.

   亚当斯先生在会上提出了有说服力的论点。

4. （饮料）浓烈的
   potent tea

   浓茶

5. （男子）有性交能力的

adj.

1. having great power, influence, or effect.
2. (of a male) able to achieve an erection or to reach an orgasm.

adj.

1. formed of crutch-shaped pieces; (especially of a cross) having a straight bar across the end of each extremity.
2. of the fur called potent (as a tincture).

n.