defenceless
adjectiveHow many syllables in defenceless?
There are 3 syllables in the word defenceless.How to pronounce defenceless:
Definition of defenceless:
- defenceless (adjective):
- vulnerable
- adjective. lacking weapons for self-defense.
Synonyms for defenceless:
endangered
exposed
helpless
naked
powerless
unarmed
unguarded
unprotected
vulnerable
wide open
Antonyms for defenceless:
bulletproof
defensible
durable
guarded
immune
impassable
impassible
impenetrable
impervious
impregnable
indestructible
indomitable
insensitive
insuperable
insurmountable
insusceptible
invincible
inviolable
invulnerable
powerful
protected
resilient
resistant
safe
secure
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