powerless

UK
/ˈpaʊələs/
US
/ˈpaʊərləs/
powerlessadjective
more powerless
Comp.
most powerless
Super.
UK
/ˈpaʊələs/
US
/ˈpaʊərləs/
Translations
Feeling powerless in the face of such a large corporation, the small business owner decided to seek legal advice.
Se sentant impuissant face à une si grande entreprise, le propriétaire de la petite entreprise a décidé de demander un avis juridique.
Definitions
Lacking strength or ability to act or influence; without power or authority.
Feeling powerless in the face of such a large corporation, the small business owner decided to seek legal advice.
powerlessnoun
powerless
pl
UK
/ˈpaʊə.ləs/
US
/ˈpaʊ.ɚ.ləs/
Plural-only collective noun, typically used with the definite article (e.g., “the powerless”).
Translations
New policies were introduced to protect the rights of the powerless.
De nouvelles politiques ont été introduites pour protéger les droits des impuissants.
Definitions
People who lack power, influence, or authority.
New policies were introduced to protect the rights of the powerless.