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| 1. | [ adjective ] lacking in or deprived of strength or power | |
| Synonyms: | incapacitated | |
| Examples: | "lying ill and helpless" "helpless with laughter" |
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| Related terms: | powerless | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] unable to function; without help | |
| Synonyms: | lost | |
| Related terms: | hopeless | |
| 3. | [ adjective ] unable to manage independently | |
| Examples: | "as helpless as a baby" |
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| Related terms: | dependent | |
| Similar spelling: |
helplessly helpfulness helpful |
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