transcription, транскрипция: [ poʊt(ə)nsi ]
1.
Potency is the power and influence that a person, action, or idea has to affect or change people’s lives, feelings, or beliefs.
They testify to the extraordinary potency of his personality...
= power
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2.
The potency of a drug, poison, or other chemical is its strength.
Sunscreen can lose its potency if left over winter in the bathroom cabinet.
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3.
Potency is the ability of a man to have sex.
Alcohol abuse in men can cause loss of sex drive and reduced potency.
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