impotent
/ˈɪmpətənt/
im · po · tent
ˈɪm · pə · tənt
English Definition
adj. powerless, weak
Significado en Español
impotente, ineficaz
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
bất lực, vô hiệu
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Example Sentence
She felt impotent facing the disaster.
她对灾难感到无能为力。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
im(without)+potent(ability)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for the word “impotent” from the options below:
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A
powerless
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B
strong
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C
capable
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D
competent
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A — powerless.
“impotent” means adj. powerless, weak
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Without weapons or allies, the tiny nation felt utterly ______.
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A
powerful
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B
impotent
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C
mighty
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D
dominant
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B — impotent.
“impotent” means adj. powerless, weak
Common questions about “impotent”
What does “impotent” mean?
impotent — adj. powerless, weak. In Chinese: 无能为力的，无效的.
How do you pronounce “impotent”?
impotent is pronounced /ˈɪmpətənt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: im · po · tent.
How do you use “impotent” in a sentence?
She felt impotent facing the disaster. (她对灾难感到无能为力。)
What are synonyms for “impotent”?
powerless, ineffective — all close in meaning to impotent (adj. powerless, weak).
Is “impotent” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. impotent appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “impotent”?
im(without)+potent(ability)
