helpless JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ˈhɛlplɪs/ · help·less
adjective
- Unable to defend oneself. The child felt helpless against the bully's aggression.
- Lacking help; powerless. The patient felt helpless in the face of her illness.
- Unable to act without help; needing help; feeble. The injured hiker felt helpless without a first-aid kit.
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Did you know? The word 'helpless' has been used in various contexts, including literature and music. For example, in the song 'Helpless' by Neil Young, the lyrics convey a sense of desperation and powerlessness.