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helpless

The correct spelling is helpless.

How to pronounce helpless

/ˈhɛlplɪs/
adjective

IPA: /ˈhɛlplɪs/

Say it like: Hel-ple-ss

The correct spelling is helpless. Unable to defend oneself. For example: "a helpless urge"

Usage Examples

a helpless urge

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Unable to defend oneself.
  2. 2.Lacking help; powerless.
  3. 3.Unable to act without help; needing help; feeble.
  4. 4.Uncontrollable.
  5. 5.From which there is no possibility of being saved.

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