Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

impotent rage

noun

/ˈɪmpəɪtənt reɪdʒ/

Definition

A type of anger that feels powerless or ineffective, often arising from a situation where one cannot take action or change circumstances.

Examples

After being ignored by his peers, he felt a surge of impotent rage.
The unjust decision left her with a sense of impotent rage that she couldn’t express.
His impotent rage was palpable as he watched the unfair treatment unfold.

Meaning

Impotent rage refers to the frustration and anger that occurs when an individual feels helpless to address a problem or respond to a stimulus, leading to a sense of futility.