1. lack of power or ability to take effective action
2. inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection
Usage: medical

Examples

• The citizens felt a sense of impotence against the corrupt government.
• His impotence in the face of the crisis frustrated everyone.
• The committee’s impotence was evident when they failed to reach any decisions.
• She was angry at her own impotence to help her sick friend.
• The doctor discussed treatment options for male impotence.
• Political impotence often leads to public dissatisfaction.