Important
Important adjective - Having great power or influence.
Usage example: Rachel Carson was an important figure in the environmental movement
Powerless
Powerless adjective - Unable to act or achieve one's purpose.
Usage example: I wish I could help you, but I am powerless in this situation
Both words in one sentence
- The Christmas Tree Fairy or a fairy godmother would seem powerless without this important piece of magical equipment.
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In fact she's more like the Big Bad's Morality Pet, and though important, her character is nearly powerless in the plot.
Source: Billing Displacement -
Sacrificial Lion: Of a sort; while he didn't actually die, he as of this writing holds the dubious distinction of being the most important character to still be powerless following House of M.
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