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VocabJLPT N1

powerlessness

Nounな-Adjectiveの-Adjective

Definitions

1. powerlessness
2. helplessness

This noun and な-adjective refers to powerlessness or helplessness — the state of being unable to do anything about a situation. It expresses a feeling of lacking the strength or ability to change or affect something.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I'm so frustrated, but I can't do anything — I'm completely powerless!

Sentence 2

The report stated, "The situation on the ground was chaotic, and we were powerless."

Sentence 3

Why do I feel so powerless in front of her tears?

Sentence 4

Hey… was all my effort actually powerless in the end?

Sentence 5

I fell on the platform and couldn't call for help — I felt completely helpless.