essentially powerless

Frequency: 6.03.2 per million words

Means powerless in the most important or fundamental aspects.

powerlessADVERB + ADJECTIVE

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essentially

Examples (10)

  • The opposition party felt essentially powerless against the ruling majority.
  • Despite their protests, the local community was essentially powerless to stop the development.
  • Without international support, the small nation remained essentially powerless in the conflict.
  • She realized she was essentially powerless to change his mind.
  • The new regulations left the old system essentially powerless.
  • Although he held a title, he was essentially powerless within the organization.
  • Facing a natural disaster, humans often feel essentially powerless.
  • The committee found itself essentially powerless to influence the final decision.
  • He felt essentially powerless to help his friend in that desperate situation.
  • The outdated laws rendered the agency essentially powerless to address modern challenges.