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powerlessness in French

powerlessness in French is impuissance — powerlessness means the condition of having no power or control over something.

powerlessness in French

impuissance

noun

The state or character of being powerless; absence or lack of power.

What does "powerlessness" mean?

noun The condition of having no power or control over something.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Similar words in French

impotence

Common French translations

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What is "powerlessness" in French?

"powerlessness" in French is impuissance. powerlessness means: The condition of having no power or control over something.

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