GRE Word List
POTENT
having or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful
The meaning of the word potent is having or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| incandescent | white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat |
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