helpless (ˈhɛlplɪs
)
Definitions
adjective
- unable to manage independently
- made powerless or weak ⇒
they were helpless from so much giggling
- without help
Alternative Forms
ˈhelplessly adverb ˈhelplessness nounSynonyms
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vulnerable,
exposed,
unprotected,
defenceless,
abandoned,
dependent,
stranded,
wide open,
forlorn,
destitute,
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powerless,
weak,
disabled,
incapable,
challenged,
paralysed,
incompetent,
unfit,
feeble,
debilitated,
impotent,
infirm,
Usage examples
Instantly she took in the scene: Tony helpless on the floor, Mann brandishing a gun.
, THE LAST TEMPTATION (2002)There aren't many bands who can make you fall to the ground in helpless "what was that!
NME (New Musical Express) (2002)Greco said she is disheartened by the time required to find answers and said she feels helpless.
canada.com (2004)They continued their poor batting to be all out for 258, and were then helpless to prevent South Africa reaching 200-1.
Sun, News of the World (2000)Mice will be easily beaten and become the helpless victims under heavy pressure if they don't know how to protect themselves properly.
, ROCKY SUNG'S GUIDE TO CHINESE ASTROLOGY AND FENG SHUI 2003 (2002)