Vocabulary Entry

impotent

|adjective • noun

adjective

Lacking power or ability; unable to take effective action.

Example Sentences

"The team felt impotent in the face of overwhelming odds."

"He expressed his impotent frustration at the situation."

"The government's impotent response to the crisis drew criticism."

noun

Example Sentences

"In the world of politics, an impotent often struggles to make an impact."

"She felt like an impotent in the relationship, unable to voice her needs."

"Being an impotent in the decision-making process left him feeling excluded."