Definition of Helpless

1. Adjective. Lacking in or deprived of strength or power. "Helpless with laughter"

Exact synonyms: Incapacitated
Similar to: Powerless
Derivative terms: Helplessness

2. Adjective. Unable to function; without help.
Exact synonyms: Lost
Similar to: Hopeless
Derivative terms: Helplessness

3. Adjective. Unable to manage independently. "As helpless as a baby"
Similar to: Dependent
Derivative terms: Helplessness

Definition of Helpless

1. a. Destitute of help or strength; unable to help or defend one's self; needing help; feeble; weak; as, a helpless infant.

Definition of Helpless

1. Adjective. Unable to defend oneself or to act without help. ¹

2. Adjective. Uncontrollable. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Helpless

1. defenseless [adj] - See also: defenseless

Lexicographical Neighbors of Helpless

helpfuller
helpfully
helpfulness
helpfulnesses
helping
helping-verb
helping behaviour
helping hand
helping hands
helping out
helping profession
helping verb
helping verbs
helpingly
helpings
helpless (current term)
helplessly
helplessness
helplessnesses
helpline
helplines
helply
helpmate
helpmates
helpmeet
helpmeets
helps
helps out
helpsheet
helpsheets

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