defenselessness

Definitions

The state of lacking protection or the means to resist attack or harm.

A condition of vulnerability or helplessness.

Examples

The sudden storm left the small village in a state of complete defenselessness against the rising floodwaters.

She felt a profound sense of defenselessness as she stood alone in the dark, unfamiliar alleyway.

Synonyms

vulnerability helplessness powerlessness exposure weakness susceptibility unprotected state

Antonyms

invulnerability strength resilience security preparedness self-sufficiency fortification