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potentiate
This term is primarily used in pharmacology, biochemistry, and medicine. It describes a specific synergistic interaction where one substance increases the effectiveness of another, even if the first substance has little or no effect on its own. This differs from a simple additive effect where two drugs of the same type are combined to increase the total dose.
In a clinical or laboratory register, it is a highly technical term. Using it in a casual context would be perceived as overly formal or jargon-heavy. It is almost exclusively used as a transitive verb focusing on the chemical or biological enhancement of a reaction or drug's efficacy.
Meanings
Examples
The second compound was added to potentiate the effect of the primary drug.
Certain enzymes can potentiate the activity of the hormone in the bloodstream.
We need to find a catalyst that will potentiate the reaction without altering the product.
Does this supplement actually potentiate the absorption of vitamins?
Does this supplement actually potentiate the absorption of vitamins?
The researcher noted that the additive seemed to potentiate the toxicity of the chemical.
I wonder if these two agents will potentiate each other in a synergistic way.
The drug was designed to potentiate the natural immune response of the patient.
Adding a small amount of this reagent will potentiate the overall efficacy of the treatment.