English Explanatory Dictionary

powerless

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Lacking sufficient power or strength.
  2. Lacking legal authority.
  3. Without electricity or electrical power.

Pronunciation

/ˈpaʊɚləs/ /ˈpaʊələs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vininn126-powerless.wav

Word forms

powerless more powerless most powerless powerlesse

Etymology

From Middle English pouerles, powerles, equivalent to power + -less.

Synonyms

mightless strengthless weak vulnerable impotent

Antonyms

powerful strong

Derived words

powerlessly powerlessness superpowerless
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