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Synonyms & Similar Words
powerless
weak
feeble
frail
impotent
ineffective
incompetent
incapable
inadequate
inept
useless
ineffectual
helpless
paralyzed
handicapped
crippled
debilitated
enfeebled
exhausted
spent
prostrate
defenseless
vulnerable
susceptible
exposed
unprotected
unarmed
unguarded
unsupported
dependent
handicapped
disabled
incapacitated
paralytic
Meaning of Helpless
The primary meaning of the word "helpless" is being unable to help oneself or others.
Definitions
- Unable to help oneself or others
- * Lacking the power or ability to do something
- * Feeling or showing that one is unable to do anything to prevent or change a situation
Etymology of Helpless
The word "helpless" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, with "help" coming from Old English "helpan" and the suffix "-less" indicating a lack or absence of something, in this case, help or the ability to help
Example Uses
- The victim was left feeling helpless after the accident
- * The team was helpless against their opponents' strong defense
- * She felt helpless as she watched her loved one suffer