What does powerlessly mean?
Powerlessly means In a powerless manner..
Powerlessly
Pronunciation varies by accent · adverb
Meaning
In a powerless manner..
Example Sentences
Women, accustomed to shivering powerlessly at their desks, cried foul, but several male readers contended that a different sort of injustice was at play — wardrobe inequality.
Synonyms for powerlessly
Antonyms for powerlessly
Related Words
Word Forms
- more powerlessly
- most powerlessly
Usage Notes
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What is a synonym for powerlessly?
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What is the opposite of powerlessly?
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How do you use powerlessly in a sentence?
Women, accustomed to shivering powerlessly at their desks, cried foul, but several male readers contended that a different sort of injustice was at play — wardrobe inequality.
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