Antonyms for powerless

Grammar : Adj

Spell : pou-er-lis

Phonetic Transcription : ˈpaʊ ər lɪs

Definition of powerless

Origin : early 15c., "lacking might or fortitude," from power (n.) + -less. Related: Powerlessly; powerlessness.

adj weak; unable

Example sentences :

The old woman echoed the cry; but there were none to hear it, and she was powerless to aid.
Extract from : « The Channings » by Mrs. Henry Wood

I took the knife from her powerless hand, and she fainted in my arms.
Extract from : « Tales And Novels, Volume 8 (of 10) » by Maria Edgeworth

With all his powers of intellect, he was powerless, because he had no faith in virtue.
Extract from : « Self-Help » by Samuel Smiles

Within the circle of their light the poison of serpents and worms is powerless.
Extract from : « The Chinese Fairy Book » by Various

To my eyes the sun seemed dim, its beams were powerless to warm me.
Extract from : « A Hero of Our Time » by M. Y. Lermontov

Individual shippers are powerless as against strong corporations.
Extract from : « The Railroad Question » by William Larrabee

There is death there, death that even I am powerless to prevent.
Extract from : « Grove of the Unborn » by Lyn Venable

"You give me advice I am powerless to act on," said Morgan, after some hesitation.
Extract from : « Cleo The Magnificent » by Louis Zangwill

The shepherd knew there must be a catastrophe, but he was powerless to avert it.
Extract from : « The Monkey That Would Not Kill » by Henry Drummond

I am powerless to help you, my child; you should not apply to me.
Extract from : « The Downfall » by Emile Zola

Synonyms for powerless

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