potent

potent drugs

强效药物

a potent symbol of oppression

压迫的有力象征

Advertising is a potent force in showing smoking as a socially acceptable habit.

广告的力量很大，把吸烟说成为社会所接受的习惯。

A good company pension scheme remains a potent weapon for attracting staff.

良好的公司养老金计划依然是吸引员工的有效武器。