potency

(noun) the power or right to give orders or make decisions. Synonyms: authority, authorization, authorisation, dominance, say-so. Examples: "He has the authority to issue warrants." "Deputies are given authorization to make arrests." "A place of potency in the state."

(noun) capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects. Synonyms: effectiveness, strength. Examples: "The toxin's potency." "The strength of the drinks."

(noun) the inherent capacity for coming into being. Synonyms: potential, potentiality.

(noun) the state of being potent; a male's capacity to have sexual intercourse. Synonyms: potence.