GRE Word List

IMPUISSANCE

weakness

The meaning of the word impuissance is weakness.

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WordMeaning
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
obliqueneither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined
shuffleto mix in a mass confusedly : jumble
brazenmade of brass
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
celestialof, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender
stipulateto make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract