It disempowers us, makes us feel wek and helpless, and damages our self-esteem.
它剥夺了我们的力量,使我们感到虚弱和无助,并损害了我们的自尊。
经济学人 Culture
The village is kept subdued by the twin forces of a strict, self-flagellating religion and a cruel feudal system that seeks to disempower residents at every step.