Helplessness

Translation of "helplessness" into Russian

Noun

helplessness

helplessnesses pl

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.

После аварии её охватило чувство беспомощности.

Additional translations

Noun

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.