helplessness (Meaning)

Wordnet

helplessness (n)

powerlessness revealed by an inability to act

the state of needing help from something

a feeling of being unable to manage

powerlessness revealed by an inability to act, the state of needing help from something, a feeling of being unable to manage

powerlessness, vulnerability, susceptibility, feebleness, proneness, weakness, defenselessness,passivity, infirmity, passiveness

invulnerability, immunity,invulnerability, immunity, invincibility, impenetrability, impenetrability,invincibility,indomitability, indomitability

Sarah felt a profound sense of helplessness as she watched the hurricane approach, knowing she could do nothing to stop it.

The elderly couple experienced helplessness as they realized they could no longer care for themselves independently.

John's helplessness was evident in his trembling hands and tear-streaked face as he witnessed the destruction of his home in a fire.

The students felt a growing sense of helplessness as they struggled to understand the complex mathematical equations.