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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27

Puissant

[PWIS-ənt]Part of speech: adjective

Origin: latin, 15th century

• Powerful
• Having political authority

Examples of Puissant in a sentence

• My grandfather thought he ruled the house, but we all knew grandma was the most puissant.
• The new president demonstrated her puissant ability by passing several laws right away.

About Puissant

"Puissant" is the adjective form of the noun "puissance," which means power or might. It’s more often used in a literary sense than in everyday conversation, but "puissant" is a strong word to demonstrate ability.

Did you Know?

"Puissant" shares a meaning with a few more “P” words — "powerful" and "potent." These words can all be traced back to the same Latin word, “posse,” which means to be able. Demonstrate your powerful potential with this perfectly poetic word.

Comments

[mrua7.livejournal.com]

There was no doubt in every agent's mind (and the staff as well) at the U.N.C.L.E. that Alexander Waverly was indeed the most puissant. He was one of its founding members, and when it came to all matters regarding the organization, his was the most powerful voice.

[hypatia-66.livejournal.com]

I used this somewhat archaic word here some time ago - it's intended to be a slightly absurd usage. https://archiveofourown.org/works/13514856

[pfrye.livejournal.com]

Napoleon Solo entered Alexander Waverly's office prepared to defend his actions on the last assignment. He felt that he had done what was necessary to accomplish the goal that had been set before him. He knew that the old man (Waverly) hadn't been aware of the circumstances on the ground, how rapidly the situation had changed. As he entered Napoleon squared his shoulders, preparing for battle. "Sit down Mr. Solo, we have little time to go over the details of your next assignment, your plane leaves in one hour".

"Sir? But what about the briefing on the last assignment?"

"No need Mr. Solo, a job well done considering the fast moving situation."

Once again Mr. Waverly proved to be puissant when it came to UNCLE. Napoleon sighed and sat, ready to prepare for his next affair.