Handicapped and Helpless

Handicapped

Handicapped adjective - Incapable of functioning as a consequence of injury or illness.
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Helpless and handicapped are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Helpless" instead an adjective "Handicapped".

Nearby Words: handicap, handicapping

Helpless

Helpless adjective - Lacking protection from danger or resistance against attack.

Handicapped and helpless are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Handicapped" instead an adjective "Helpless".

Nearby Words: help, helpful, helplessness, helplessly
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