GRE Word List
IMPUISSANCE
weakness
The meaning of the word impuissance is weakness.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| seclusion | the act of secluding : the condition of being secluded |
| reparable | capable of being repaired |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| surge | to rise and fall actively : toss |
| reprobate | an unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| celibate | of, relating to, or characterized by celibacy: |
| ulterior | going beyond what is openly said or shown and especially what is proper |