impotence
US /ˈɪm.pə.t̬əns/
UK /ˈɪm.pə.təns/
名詞
1.
陽痿, 勃起功能障礙
the inability in a man to achieve an erection or orgasm
範例:
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He sought medical advice for his sexual impotence.
他尋求醫療建議以解決性陽痿問題。
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The doctor discussed various treatments for impotence.
醫生討論了治療陽痿的各種方法。
2.
無能, 無力
lack of power or ability to act
範例:
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The government's impotence in dealing with the crisis was evident.
政府在處理危機方面的無能顯而易見。
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He felt a sense of utter impotence as he watched the events unfold.
他看著事態發展，感到徹底的無能為力。
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