Synonyms for helplessness

Synonyms for (noun) helplessness

Synonyms: weakness, impuissance, helplessness

Definition: powerlessness revealed by an inability to act

Usage: in spite of their weakness the group remains active

Similar words: impotence, impotency, powerlessness

Definition: the quality of lacking strength or power; being weak and feeble


Synonyms: helplessness

Definition: a feeling of being unable to manage

Similar words: depression

Definition: sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy


Synonyms: helplessness

Definition: the state of needing help from something

Similar words: dependance, dependence, dependency

Definition: the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else


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