No. 14,481 in German
kraftlos
"Powerless" or "weak."
In a sentence
Nach einer langen Wanderung fühlte er sich völlig kraftlos.
After a long hike, he felt completely powerless.
Describes physical exhaustion or lack of energy.
Die Argumente in seiner Rede waren kraftlos und überzeugten niemanden.
The arguments in his speech were weak and convinced no one.
Refers to lack of effect or conviction in arguments.
Die Pflanze sah kraftlos aus, da sie nicht genug Wasser bekommen hatte.
The plant looked wilted as it hadn't received enough water.
Indicates wilting or lacking vitality in a plant.
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