Definition of Pothaving great influence or effect over or on someExamples of Potently in a senThe poison of a Taipan snake is so potently lethal that it could kill twelve people. The atomic bomb was so potently powerful that it destroyed an entire city in World War Two. A potently energetic puppy can keep a family on its toes for weeks on end. The potently … [Read more...] about Potently used in sentence example & words in English
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Potentiate used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Potento increase the power or effect of something, especially medExamples of Potentiate in a senThe two medicines prescribed by the doctor tend to potentiate each other and are stronger together than if taken separately. Alcohol can potentiate the central nervous system and caused depressed people to be even more despondent. Because it can raise the blood … [Read more...] about Potentiate used in sentence example & words in English
Potentially used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Potentwith a possibility to occur or become reality in the fExamples of Potentially in a senBecause he did not study for the final test, Mark could potentially fail the class. There could potentially be life on other planets, but because we haven’t found any yet we don’t know for sure. Driving over the speed limit could potentially cause a car … [Read more...] about Potentially used in sentence example & words in English
Potential used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Potelikely to happen or bExamples of Potential in a senBecause the building has a gas leak that poses a potential risk to residents, it is being evacuated. I did not feel nervous about the operation because I knew the potential risks were few and rare. When Harry saw the sinkhole in the road, he called the city works department and reported the potential … [Read more...] about Potential used in sentence example & words in English
Potentate used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Potesomeone with unlimited power, usually a leader of a country or terrExamples of Potentate in a senOur president cannot become a potentate because he has to share his power with two other branches of government. If William plans on being a potentate and running the country on his own, he needs to become more convincing as a leader. King Henry made … [Read more...] about Potentate used in sentence example & words in English
Potent used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pvery strong in a chemical or medicinaExamples of Potent in a senThe potent poison killed him within seconds. Because the chemo drugs are so potent, they often make patients ill before they make them feel better. Mary’s perfume was so potent it affected my sinuses and caused me to sneeze. When the dashing actor entered a room, his potent charm caused … [Read more...] about Potent used in sentence example & words in English
Potency used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Postrength, effectiveness, or Examples of Potency in a senBecause of its high potency, the herb can make people act in strange ways. No one expected the potency of the liquor to be so high and to cause problems because of its effectiveness. The witch stirred her caldron, making sure that the potency of the potions was both sufficient and … [Read more...] about Potency used in sentence example & words in English
Potboiler used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Potba book or other artistic work that is usually of inferior quality and only used to pay expenses until quality work is proExamples of Potboiler in a senWith rent and insurance payments due, the starving artist threw together a potboiler painting to use as a quick sale. The potboiler of a novel was mediocre at best but did bring in a few dollars after being … [Read more...] about Potboiler used in sentence example & words in English
Potation used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Potthe act of drinking a beverage, usually alExamples of Potation in a senAs a recovering alcoholic, Jim decided to refrain from potation. Bars are such successful establishments because potation is such a popular vice. When it comes to potation, some people prefer beer while others prefer wine. People get drunk when they engage in too much … [Read more...] about Potation used in sentence example & words in English
Potable used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pogood for drinking without fear of poisoning or disease; drinExamples of Potable in a senThere was a lack of potable water because of the drought. If he wanted to quench his thirst, the survivalist needed to find potable water. Melted snow was considered potable to the stranded hikers. Because of the risk of contamination, a boil order was enacted to … [Read more...] about Potable used in sentence example & words in English
Postwar used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Popertaining to the period after Examples of Postwar in a senPostwar reconstruction of Germany was initially completed by rubble women who were used to clean-up debris. After losing World War II, Japan put into place a postwar constitution. Poverty and deprivation plagued many cities in 1940s postwar Italy. The government's new economic policies helped … [Read more...] about Postwar used in sentence example & words in English
Posture used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Pothe position that someone holds their body in, generally while standing or siExamples of Posture in a senMary’s bad posture when sitting at her school desk makes her back hurt later during the day. People who slouch when they stand or sit have poor posture. Poor posture when you are young can lead to a lot of joint pain when you are older. Sitting … [Read more...] about Posture used in sentence example & words in English
Postulate used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Postto suggest something (such as an idea or theory) especially in order to start a discuExamples of Postulate in a senIn an attempt to create controversy, some experts postulate alternatives to historical beliefs that have been accepted for years. In her speech, the matchmaker will postulate her opinion that appearance is just as important as personality in a … [Read more...] about Postulate used in sentence example & words in English
Postscript used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Postsan extra remark or at the end of a letter or email signified by the initialsExamples of Postscript in a senMany people use a postscript in a letter when they forgot to write something in the body of the letter. Most people are familiar with postscripts in the form of the common abbreviation P.S. If you don’t remember to include something in your … [Read more...] about Postscript used in sentence example & words in English
Postponement used in sentence example & words in English
Definition of Postponthe action of delaying or putting off something until Examples of Postponement in a senThe heavy snow last night resulted in a postponement for school. Because school was cancelled for the day, the test they were supposed to take received a postponement until next class. There has been so much postponement on the construction work that the building … [Read more...] about Postponement used in sentence example & words in English