Found 2 items, similar to potentate.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: potentate potentate n : a ruler who is unconstrained by law [syn: dictator]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Potentate Potentate \Po"ten*tate\, n. [LL. potentatus, fr. potentare to exercise power: cf. F. potentat. See Potent, a.] One who is potent; one who possesses great power or sway; a prince, sovereign, or monarch. [1913 Webster] The blessed and only potentate. --1 Tim. vi. 15. [1913 Webster] Cherub and seraph, potentates and thrones. --Milton. [1913 Webster]