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helplessness

Translations

helplessnessnoun

helplessnesses

Used almost exclusively as an uncountable noun; a rare plural exists in specialized contexts.

She was overcome with a feeling of helplessness after the accident.

Elle a été submergée par un sentiment d'impuissance après l'accident.

Additional translations

dénuementSurtout pour l'idée d'absence de moyens ou de soutien, dans un contexte social ou humanitaire.

Synonyms

helplessnessnoun

The state or condition of being unable to help oneself or to act effectively; powerlessness.

She was overcome with a feeling of helplessness after the accident.

Lack of assistance, support, or means to act.

The victims' helplessness prompted immediate humanitarian aid.