omnipotent
UK: ɒmˈnɪpətənt | US: ɑːmˈnɪpətənt
adj. having unlimited or universal power, authority, or force
adj. (theology) describing a deity as all-powerful
omnipotent = omni<all> + potent<powerful>
- omni: From Latin omnis, meaning "all." Used in English to denote universality (e.g., omnipresent, omniscient).
- potent: From Latin potens (stem potent-), meaning "powerful" or "able." Retains this meaning in modern English (e.g., potentate, potential).
Etymology Origin:
The word omnipotent emerged in Late Middle English via Old French from Latin omnipotens (omni- + potens). It originally described divine omnipotence in theological contexts, reflecting the idea of a deity whose power is boundless. The morphemes logically combine to emphasize "all-powerful," a concept central to monotheistic religions. Over time, it broadened to secular usage for anything perceived as supremely powerful.
The king was often portrayed as omnipotent in ancient myths.
Many religions attribute omnipotent qualities to their gods.
No leader, no matter how influential, is truly omnipotent.
The villain in the story wielded an omnipotent device controlling time itself.
Scientists caution against viewing technology as omnipotent.