defenseless

[/dɪˈfensləs/]

adjective

indefeso

1. without defense or protection; unable to protect oneself

The defenseless child was rescued by firefighters.

A criança indefesa foi resgatada pelos bombeiros.

2. lacking arguments or justification to counter criticism

His position on the issue was defenseless.

Sua posição sobre a questão era indefensável.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

indefeso

most common usage in Brazil

General Brazilian

desprotegido

alternative term emphasizing lack of protection

Portugal

indefeso

standard Portuguese usage

Portugal

desarmado

when referring to lack of weapons

leave someone defenseless

defenseless against something

put up a defenseless argument

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