Definition

Having less strength or effectiveness than usual.

Example

The medication was subpotent, leading to insufficient relief from symptoms.

Conversation

Have you tried that new energy drink everyone is talking about?

Yeah, I did! But I found it to be a bit subpotent compared to my usual one.

That's surprising! I thought it was supposed to be really strong.

Me too, but it just didn't give me the boost I expected.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subpotent → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "potent" (from Latin "potens", meaning powerful or having power). The word describes something that is less powerful or having less potency than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'under' ('sub-') in power or effectiveness — that's why subpotent means having less power.

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