Definition

Not receiving any help or support; alone in a situation where assistance is needed.

Example

She felt unhelped during her difficult time and wished someone would offer support.

Conversation

I really struggled with that math problem last night.

Did you ask anyone for help?

No, I felt so unhelped without my study group around.

That’s tough! Maybe next time you should reach out to them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unhelped → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "helped" (from Old English "helpan", meaning to assist or aid). The word "unhelped" means not having received help or assistance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having 'assistance' ('helped') — that's why unhelped means not having received help.

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