Word of the Day

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WORD OF THE DAY

Potentate

[POH-tihn-tayt]Part of speech: noun

Origin: latin, 15th century

• A powerful ruler; usually a monarch or dictator
• Anyone with unlimited power or influence

Examples of Potentate in a sentence

• The potentate’s laws were unpopular, but no one had the courage to speak against him.
• The chef runs his kitchen like a potentate — what he says goes, and you’d better obey quickly.

Comments

[pfrye.livejournal.com]

Napoleon Solo was in awe of Mr. Waverly. He had nothing but respect for the man. Unlike other number ones who acted like a potentate, Harry Beldon as an example, Mr. Waverly wielded his power with an honorable and understated demeanor. People were more likely to give their best to Waverly out of dedication. Napoleon hoped that he was, as CEA, thought of the same way.