HELP'LESS, a. Without help in one's self; destitute of the power or means to succor or relieve one's self. A person is rendered helpless by weakness, or want of means.
An infant is helpless.1. Destitute of support or assistance. How shall I then your helpless fame defend?2. Admitting no help; irremediable. [Not used.]3. Unsupplied; destitute. Helpless of all that human wants require. [Not used.]