impotence

The word “impotence” has 3 syllables: im-po-tence

It's pronounced as /ˈɪm.pə.təns/


What is synonym and antonym for impotence?

In the thesaurus, “impotence” has 25 synonyms and 27 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for impotence along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for impotence

  • barrenness
  • disqualification
  • erectile dysfunction
  • feebleness
  • helplessness
  • inability
  • inadequacy
  • inaptitude
  • incapability
  • incapacity
  • incompetence
  • incompetency
  • ineffectiveness
  • ineffectuality
  • ineffectualness
  • inefficaciousness
  • inefficacy
  • inefficiency
  • ineptitude
  • infecundity
  • infertility
  • infirmity
  • insufficiency
  • powerlessness
  • unproductiveness

Antonyms for impotence

Meanings of impotence

  • noun
    1. Powerlessness; incapacity.
    2. Inability to copulate or beget children; sterility, erectile dysfunction, etc.

Example Sentences

  • The leader’s impotence in handling the crisis led to public outrage.
  • He was overwhelmed by a feeling of impotence in the face of injustice.
  • Economic collapse highlighted the government's impotence in controlling inflation.
  • The novel explores themes of fear, impotence, and lost identity.
  • She refused to accept impotence as an excuse for inaction.

On this page you'll find 52 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to impotence, such as: ability, adequacy, aptitude, barrenness, bent, capability, capacity.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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