potent capability

[ˈpoʊtənt kəˈpæbɪləti]
noun phrasepl: potent capabilities
capacidade potente
1. A strong, powerful, or effective ability to do something; capacity that has significant impact or influence
The new software demonstrates a potent capability to process large datasets in minutes.
O novo software demonstra uma capacidade potente de processar grandes conjuntos de dados em minutos.
2. Technical or military prowess; the power to accomplish objectives effectively
The military's potent capability to respond to threats ensures national security.
A capacidade potente do exército para responder a ameaças garante a segurança nacional.
This phrase is commonly used in business, technology, and military contexts in both the USA and Brazil. In American English, it emphasizes competitive advantage and technological superiority. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'capacidade potente' is frequently used in corporate environments, particularly in tech companies and manufacturing sectors, reflecting the importance of innovation and efficiency in business.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
powerful abilitystrong capacityeffective capabilityformidable skillrobust competence
Antonyms / Antônimos
weaknessincapacityinabilityimpotenceincompetence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
capacidade potente
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
São Paulo
capacidade potente / poder de ação
Common in corporate and industrial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
capacidade potente
Used in military and government contexts
Portugal
capacidade potente
Less common; prefer 'capacidade eficaz' or 'poder de ação'

Related Words

potencycapabilitycompetenceprowessproficiencystrength

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have the potent capability to do something
demonstrate potent capability
leverage potent capabilities
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