Bellipotent

/bɛˈlɪpətənt/ adjective

Definition

Possessing great power in war; militarily powerful or mighty.

Etymology

From Latin 'bellum' (war) and 'potens' (powerful), literally meaning 'war-powerful'. This is an extremely rare or archaic term combining two Latin roots to describe military strength.

Kelly Says

This forgotten adjective reads like something from ancient Roman propaganda—it perfectly captures how empires wanted to be described, powerful in warfare, though modern military language has abandoned such florid terminology.

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