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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

powerlessness

/ˌpaʊərˈlɛsnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does powerlessness mean?

noun

A state of being powerless; a lack of power or control. A feeling of being unable to do something or achieve something.

Example

"The feeling of powerlessness that came over her after losing her job was overwhelming."

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