Helpless meaning

What does “helpless” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“helpless” is an adjective with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: lacking in or deprived of strength or power.

helpless

adjective

lacking in or deprived of strength or power
“lying ill and helpless”
“helpless with laughter”
Synonymsincapacitated
unable to function; without help
Synonymslost
unable to manage independently
“as helpless as a baby”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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✦Synonyms for helpless✦Unscramble HELPLESS