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helplessness noun

  /ˈhɛlplɪsnɪs/
  • The state of being helpless.
  • A feeling of inadequacy or impotence.
 impuissance

helpless adjective

  /ˈhɛlplɪs/
  • Unable to defend oneself.
 sans défense
  • Unable to act without help; needing help; feeble.
 désemparé
learned helplessness
impuissance apprise, résignation acquise
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