Meaning & Definition of word "Helplessly"

Helplessly

/ˈhɛlpləsli/

1. In a manner that expresses inability to take action or control events.
- Example: She watched helplessly as the storm destroyed their home.
2. Without the power to change a situation.
- Example: He stood helplessly at the edge of the cliff, unable to assist his friend.
3. In a way that indicates a lack of strength or ability.
- Example: The child cried helplessly, seeking comfort from her mother.
4. In a state of vulnerability or powerlessness.
- Example: The puppy whimpered helplessly, lost and alone in the park.
5. Expressing resignation or despair due to lack of options.
- Example: She felt helplessly trapped in her situation, with no way out.

From 'helpless' + '-ly' (adverbial suffix), meaning lacking the ability to help or assist.

helplessly in love:

To be deeply in love without being able to control feelings or actions.

helplessly watching:

Observing a situation without the ability to intervene or change it.

helpless:

Lacking the ability to help oneself.

helplessness:

The state of being unable to act or respond.

Meaning: Out of luck

Example Sentence: When she saw the final score, she knew she was out of luck.

Meaning: At a dead end

Example Sentence: When the plan failed, he felt like he was at a dead end.