inermia

/iːˈmɛəriə/

Definitions

1. noun

A state of being defenseless or powerless; a condition of vulnerability.

“The city’s inermia during the war made it an easy target for invasion.”

2. noun

A state of being without defenses or protection.

“The company’s inermia in the face of financial struggles led to its bankruptcy.”

Synonyms

  • vulnerability
  • weakness

Antonyms

  • impenetrability
  • invulnerability