Definitions and Examples of overproof, strong, potent
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Describes an alcoholic beverage that has a higher percentage of alcohol than the standard proof.
Example
The bartender warned him that the drink was overproof and not for the faint-hearted.
Describes an alcoholic beverage that has a high percentage of alcohol.
Example
She prefers her cocktails strong and with a lot of ice.
Describes an alcoholic beverage that is strong and has a powerful effect.
Example
The potent whiskey knocked him out after just one shot.
Key Differences: overproof vs strong vs potent
- 1Overproof refers to an alcoholic beverage that has a higher percentage of alcohol than the standard proof.
- 2Strong refers to an alcoholic beverage that has a high percentage of alcohol.
- 3Potent refers to an alcoholic beverage that is strong and has a powerful effect.
Effective Usage of overproof, strong, potent
- 1Ordering Drinks: Use these antonyms when ordering drinks at a bar or restaurant.
- 2Describing Beverages: Use these antonyms to describe the strength or potency of alcoholic beverages.
- 3Comparing Drinks: Use these antonyms to compare the strength of different alcoholic beverages.
Remember this!
The antonyms overproof, strong, and potent describe the strength or potency of alcoholic beverages. Use them to order drinks, describe beverages, and compare the strength of different alcoholic beverages.