Powerless

UNABLE

Lacking the capacity or means to perform a task, often used to describe someone who is incapable of action. Think of a word that starts with "un-" to indicate negation.

Powerless" directly hints at the answer "UNABLE" because both words describe a lack of capability or strength. The clue plays on the literal meaning—someone without power is unable to act or perform. There’s no hidden wordplay here; it’s a straightforward definition where the answer mirrors the clue’s core idea.