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Meaning of useless

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

useless

Pronunciation:/ˈjuːs.ləs/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Without use or possibility to be used.

    Example: This fork has prongs that are bent. It's useless now.

  2. Unhelpful, not useful; pointless (of an action).

    Example: I think it's useless to keep this discussion going. It's like talking to a wall.

  3. (of a person) Good-for-nothing; not dependable.

    Example: Bill never mows the lawn, takes out the trash or anything. He's useless, but I love him anyways.

  4. (of a person) Unable to do well at a particular task or thing. Useless is mildly insulting.

    Example: My brother is useless at most computer games, but he is an awesome PS2 player.