definition of
[potency]

[1] #1 potency n. [authority, authorization, authorisation, dominance, say-so] 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". wn

[2] #2 potency n. [effectiveness, strength] capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects; "the toxin's potency"; "the strength of the drinks". wn

[3] #3 potency n. [potential, potentiality] the inherent capacity for coming into being. wn

[4] #4 potency n. [potence] the state of being potent; a male's capacity to have sexual intercourse. wn