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The small bird's helplessness made us call for an adult.
What does Helplessness mean?
Helplessness means feeling unable to manage alone.
Dictionary definition
The feeling or state of being unable to manage or solve a problem without help.
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The character felt helplessness before learning what steps to take.
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The story shows how helplessness can change into confidence when people receive support and clear guidance.
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What does helplessness mean?
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Which word is closest to an opposite of helplessness?
Confidence can be an opposite because it means feeling able to act.
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Helplessness fits a sentence about needing support.
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WordHelplessness.
Partnoun.
MeaningHelplessness means feeling unable to manage alone.
ExampleExample: The small bird's helplessness made us call for an adult.
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- Syllables
- help · lis · ness
- Strongest beat
- help
- Ending
- ness
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on help.
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Synonyms
Words like Helplessness
powerlessnessThe feeling of having little control.
vulnerabilityThe state of needing care or protection.
needA situation where help is required.
Antonyms
Opposite words
capabilityThe ability to handle something.
confidenceA feeling of being able to act.
strengthThe ability to face or manage difficulty.
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