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helplessness

/hɛlpˈlɛsnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does helplessness mean?

noun

A feeling of being unable to do something or help oneself or others; a state of being powerless or unable to cope.

Example

"The feeling of helplessness that came over her as she watched the natural disaster unfold on TV was overwhelming."

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