powerless
/ˈpaʊ.ər.ləs/
adjective
- Without the ability to control or influence a situation or event.
- She was powerless to stop the argument between her two friends.
- The villagers felt powerless against the rising floodwaters.
- Many citizens feel powerless when dealing with large government agencies.
- Lacking physical strength or energy; weak.
- After the long illness, he felt completely powerless and could barely walk.
- She was so exhausted that her legs felt powerless beneath her.
- The boxer was powerless after taking a hard hit to the jaw.