Omnipotente (en. Omnipotent)

/om.ni.poˈten.te/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Refers to an entity that has unlimited power and the ability to do anything.
In many religions, God is considered omnipotent.
En muchas religiones, Dios es considerado omnipotente.
Characteristic of something that can influence or control everything.
The omnipotent force of nature can be astonishing.
La fuerza omnipotente de la naturaleza puede ser asombrosa.
Attribute of deities in the context of theology.
Sacred texts describe a being that is omnipotent and benevolent.
Los textos sagrados describen a un ser omnipotente y benevolente.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'omnipotens', which means 'all-powerful'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

omnipotent in heaven
Expression used to refer to God as a being with supreme power.
omnipotente en el cielo
omnipotent power
Refers to a power without limits, which can encompass everything.
poder omnipotente
omnipotent deity
Used to describe a god who possesses absolute power.
deidad omnipotente

Related Words

omnipresent
That is present everywhere at the same time.
omnipresente
omniscient
That has absolute knowledge of all things.
omnisciente

Slang Meanings

It is used in a mocking context to describe someone who feels superior to others.
That guy thinks he’s omnipotent because he has a lot of money.
Ese tío se cree omnipotente porque tiene mucho dinero.
It refers critically to authorities who abuse their power.
The boss acts as if he were omnipotent in the office.
El jefe actúa como si fuera omnipotente en la oficina.