GRE Word List

IMPUISSANCE

weakness

The meaning of the word impuissance is weakness.

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WordMeaning
prosaiccharacteristic of prose as distinguished from poetry : factual
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
circuita usually circular line encompassing an area
pretentiouscharacterized by pretension: such as
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
receptiveable or inclined to receive
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable