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EMPTY-HANDED Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word empty-handed. (exact relations)
There is 0 hypernym of the word empty-handed. (close relations)
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defenseless
adjectiveadj
adverb

• without defense

adjective satellite

• lacking protection or support

• having no protecting or concealing cover

• lacking weapons for self-defense

unarmed
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• (used of persons or the military) not having or using arms

• (used of plants or animals) lacking barbs or stings or thorns

unprepared
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• without preparation; not prepared for

vulnerable
adjectiveadj
adjective

• susceptible to attack

adjective satellite

• susceptible to criticism or persuasion or temptation

• capable of being wounded or hurt

weaponless
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• without a weapon

unrewarded
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• having acquired or gained nothing

Alternatives for DEFENSELESS

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