Helplessness

/ˈhɛlplɪsnɪs/

Synonyms for "helplessness" (20 found)

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Noun(7 words)
insecurityobstaclepowerlessnesspowerlessness in educationsense of powerlessnessstagnationweakness

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dependenceimpotenceinabilityincapacityinstruction gaplack of supportpowerlessnessresource shortage

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academic helplessnesscombat helplessnessemotional helplessnessfeelings of helplessnessreduce helplessnessstate of helplessness

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Sample sentences

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We will have to get over the feeling of helplessness.

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Some speculators take advantage of the ignorance and helplessness of old people.

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His helplessness appeals to her motherly sympathy.

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That is a policy of weakness, helplessness, and complete confusion.

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