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impuissant

adjective im·puis·sant \-s^ənt, -sənt\

Definition of IMPUISSANT

: weak, powerless

Origin of IMPUISSANT

French

First Known Use: 1629

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Synonyms: hamstrung, handcuffed, helpless, high and dry, hog-tied, impotent, powerless, paralyzed, weak

Antonyms: mighty, potent, powerful, puissant, strong

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