adjective

helpless

helpless, powerless, vulnerable

The kitten was small and helpless.

The kitten was small and helpless.

I feel helpless to change the situation.

I feel helpless to change the situation.

helpless to do ((sth.)) unable to do anything to help in a particular situation I feel helpless to change the situation.

Synonyms: powerless, vulnerable; Antonyms: powerful, capable

From 'help' + the suffix '-less' (meaning 'without'). Literally 'without help'.

Picture someone who has 'less' ability to 'help' themselves. They are helpless.

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