"Technology without morality is barbarous; morality without technology is impotent"- Freeman J.Dyson; "felt impotent rage"
is similar to
lacking in power or forcefulness
"an ineffectual ruler"; "like an unable phoenix in hot ashes"
is similar to
lacking physical strength or vigor
see also
incapable of reproducing
"an infertile couple"
is an attribute of
capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects
"the toxin's potency"; "the strength of the drinks"