IMPOTENCE Definition & Meaning

View synonyms for

impotence

[ im-puh-tuhns ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

the condition or quality of being impotent; weakness.
chronic inability to attain or sustain an erection for the performance of a sexual act.
sterility, especially in the male.
Obsolete. lack of self-restraint.

Discover More

51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of impotence¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English, variant of impotencie, from Latin impotentia “lack of self-control, weakness”; -ence, im- ², potency

Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples have not been reviewed.

“We found evidence. And now they tell us it is not the case. One feels a great sense of impotence.”

From

That’s as much a reflection of his potency as a communicator as it is the Democratic Party’s impotence.

From

It simply emphasised that Arsenal's impotence at one end leaves them increasingly vulnerable at the other.

From

Other risks from recreational use include liver failure, damage to the urethra, incontinence and impotence.

From

The side effects of finasteride can include suicidal thoughts and impotence, yet some big brand companies will send the pills in the post without seeing or chatting with the customer.

From

Related 51�Թ�s

imposure impotent

Browse