impotently

Variant of impotent

impotent definition

im·po·tent (im′pə tənt)

adjective

  1. lacking physical strength; weak
  2. ineffective, powerless, or helpless impotent rage
  3. unable to engage in sexual intercourse, esp. because of an inability to have or sustain an erection
  4. Obsolete having no self-control

Etymology: OFr < L impotens: see in- & potent

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