succorless

/səˈkɔrˌlɛs/

Definitions

1. adjective

without or lacking succor, or helpful support

“The city’s response to the disaster was succorless, leaving many residents without aid.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is without or lacking succor, or helpful support

“The politician’s succorless policies have been criticized for failing to address the community’s needs.”

Synonyms

  • helpless
  • unsupported

Antonyms

  • helpful
  • supportive