Omnipotent: meaning, definitions and examples
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omnipotent
[ ɒmˈnɪpətənt ]
power
Having unlimited power; able to do anything.
Synonyms
Almighty, all-powerful, invincible, omnipresent.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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omnipotent |
Used to describe a being with unlimited power, often in a religious or philosophical context.
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all-powerful |
Similar to 'omnipotent,' but can be used in both serious and casual contexts to describe someone or something with ultimate power.
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Almighty |
Often used in religious contexts to reference God or a supreme being.
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invincible |
Describes someone or something that cannot be defeated or overcome, often used in military, sports, or heroic contexts.
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omnipresent |
Used to describe something that is everywhere at the same time, often discussed in religious, philosophical, or literary contexts.
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Examples of usage
- He believed himself to be omnipotent and above the law.
- The king was seen as omnipotent, with the ability to make decisions that affected the entire kingdom.
- Her faith in God made her feel omnipotent, knowing that He had control over all things.
- The superhero was portrayed as omnipotent, capable of defeating any enemy with ease.
- In the world of fantasy, wizards are often depicted as omnipotent beings with magical powers.
Translations
Translations of the word "omnipotent" in other languages:
🇵🇹 onipotente
🇮🇳 सर्वशक्तिमान
🇩🇪 allmächtig
🇮🇩 maha kuasa
🇺🇦 всемогутній
🇵🇱 wszechmocny
🇯🇵 全能の (ぜんのうの)
🇫🇷 omnipotent
🇪🇸 omnipotente
🇹🇷 her şeye gücü yeten
🇰🇷 전능한 (jeonneunghan)
🇸🇦 قادر على كل شيء
🇨🇿 všemohoucí
🇸🇰 všemohúci
🇨🇳 全能的 (quánnéng de)
🇸🇮 vsemočen
🇮🇸 almáttugur
🇰🇿 құдіретті
🇬🇪 ყოვლისშემძლე
🇦🇿 qüdrətli
🇲🇽 omnipotente
Etymology
The word 'omnipotent' originated from the Latin word 'omnipotens', which is a combination of 'omni' meaning 'all' and 'potens' meaning 'powerful'. The concept of an omnipotent being has been present in various religions and mythologies throughout history, representing a deity or force that has unlimited power and control over all things. In philosophy, the idea of omnipotence has been debated and discussed in relation to the nature of God and the existence of evil in the world.
See also: impotent, potency, potential, potentiality, potentiator.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,123, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 18125 agriculturists
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