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impotence Antonyms
Opposite of impotence
Because the opposite of impotence shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The state or condition of lacking power, strength, or effectiveness; an inability to take effective action or achieve a desired outcome.
Usage Example
"The committee felt a deep sense of political potency when its recommendations were repeatedly ignored by the board."
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potency
power
strength
Strong
efficacy
authority
might
• noun (Context 2)
A medical condition in which a male is persistently unable to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual intercourse.
Usage Example
"The physician explained that diabetes and high blood pressure are common underlying causes of potency."
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potency
virility
Similar words to impotence
Words similar to impotence shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
erectile dysfunction
powerlessness
helplessness
ineffectiveness
weakness
feebleness
incapacity
inadequacy
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Impotence. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/impotence