having great power, influence, or effect

thrones were potent symbols of authority

a potent drug

(of a male) able to achieve an erection or to reach an orgasm

formed of crutch-shaped pieces; (especially of a cross) having a straight bar across the end of each extremity

a cross potent

of the fur called potent (as a tincture)

fur resembling vair, but with the alternating pieces T-shaped