Synonyms for

Helplessly

Verb / ˈhelplʌsli: / Another word for helplessly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of 'helplessly' is in a way that shows a lack of ability or control.

Synonyms & similar words

unabletohelp impotently powerlessly hopelessly incompetently ineffectively ineptly weakly frailly vulnerably incapably inefficiently uselessly pathetically desperately pitifully unsuccessfully ineffectually unproductively fruitlessly futilely impotently

Example sentences

  1. The puppy whined helplessly when it got stuck in the fence.
  2. She looked helplessly at her broken toy, unable to fix it.
  3. The bird chirped helplessly with a broken wing, unable to fly away.

Quotes

  • We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone. - Ronald Reagan
  • “Help others without any reason and give without the expectation of receiving anything in return.” - Roy T. Bennett

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