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impotent

adjective
/ˈɪmpətənt/

Meaning

Lacking power, ability, or strength to take effective action.

Example Sentences

The citizens felt impotent against the corrupt system.

Synonyms

powerless, weak, helpless, incapable, ineffective

Antonyms

powerful, capable, effective

Collocations

feel impotent, politically impotent, impotent rage, impotent response

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