Meaning
defenceless, helpless
- Lacking protection or means of self-defense; vulnerable
In a sentence
Quel cucciolo indifeso tremava di freddo sotto la pioggia.
That defenseless puppy was shivering from the cold in the rain.
La legge deve tutelare soprattutto le persone più indifese.
The law must protect the most defenseless people above all.
Senza una guida adeguata, si sentiva completamente indifeso.
Without proper guidance, he felt completely helpless.
Word forms (4)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| indifeso | masculine · singular |
| indifesa | feminine · singular |
| indifesi | masculine · plural |
| indifese | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Opposite of 'difeso' or 'protetto'.
- Often used to describe children, animals, or civilians in need of care or protection.