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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."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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