useless (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈjuːsləs/

Definition

Not able to be used or not useful; having no effect or purpose.

Examples

• This old map is useless now that the roads have changed.

• Trying to argue with him is useless; he never listens.

• The software update proved to be useless, as it didn't fix the bugs.

How to Use useless

useless for (prepositional phrase)

Not serving any purpose in a particular situation or for a particular task. — "This old phone is useless for browsing the internet."

useless to (prepositional phrase)

Having no effect or benefit for a particular person or group. — "It's useless to complain when there's nothing that can be done."

Synonyms of useless

Words with a similar meaning to useless:

• pointless
• futile
• worthless
• ineffective

Antonyms of useless

Words with the opposite meaning to useless:

• useful
• effective

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