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English to English noun
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the power or right to give orders or make decisions |
• he has the authority to issue warrants
• deputies are given authorization to make arrests
• a place of potency in the state
source: wordnet30
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capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects |
• the toxin's potency
• the strength of the drinks
source: wordnet30
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the inherent capacity for coming into being | source: wordnet30
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the state of being potent; a male's capacity to have sexual intercourse | source: wordnet30
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The quality or state of being potent; physical or moral power; inherent strength; energy; ability to effect a purpose; capability; efficacy; influence. | source: webster1913
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