potence

noun

po·tence ˈpō-tᵊn(t)s

: potency

claimed that an alliance would have a collective potence far greater than that of any individual nation

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of potence was in the 15th century

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“Potence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/potence. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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