plenipotent

[plen-uh-poh-tuhnt]

plenipotent Definition

• 1. having full power or authority; omnipotent
• 2. vested with full power or authority

Using plenipotent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "plenipotent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The CEO is plenipotent in making decisions for the company.

• Example

  The king was considered plenipotent in his kingdom.

• Example

  The new law gives the president plenipotent authority to act on behalf of the country.

plenipotent Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for plenipotent

• omnipotent
• almighty
• unlimited
• absolute
• all-powerful

Antonyms for plenipotent

• powerless
• impotent
• weak

Phrases with plenipotent

• plenipotent power

  full and absolute power

  Example

  The dictator had plenipotent power over the country.

• plenipotent authority

  full and complete authority

  Example

  The judge had plenipotent authority to make decisions in the case.

• plenipotentate

  a person who has full and absolute power or authority

  Example

  The plenipotentate ruled the country with an iron fist.

Origins of plenipotent

from Latin 'plenus' meaning 'full' and 'potentia' meaning 'power'

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Summary: plenipotent in Brief

The term 'plenipotent' [plen-uh-poh-tuhnt] describes a person or entity that has full power or authority, often used in formal contexts. Examples include 'The CEO is plenipotent in making decisions for the company.' and 'The new law gives the president plenipotent authority to act on behalf of the country.' Synonyms include 'omnipotent,' 'all-powerful,' and 'absolute.'