GRE Word List

IMPUISSANCE

weakness

The meaning of the word impuissance is weakness.

Random words

WordMeaning
drivelnonsense
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
rightfuljust
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
headfirstwith the head foremost
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
insuperableincapable of being surmounted, overcome, passed over, or solved
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe