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    Unusable

    ʌnˈjuːzəbl

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Not able to be used; not functional or effective.
    The equipment is in such bad shape that it has become unusable.
    Not suitable for use in the intended manner.
    Due to the storm's damage, many roads were left unusable for several days.
    Rendered ineffective or obsolete.
    The outdated software is now completely unusable on modern devices.

    Etymology

    From 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'usable' from 'use' + '-able'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    out of order
    Not functioning or operational.
    not fit for purpose
    Not suitable for the intended use.
    unable to be used
    Incapable of being utilized.

    Related Words

    usable
    Able to be used.
    utility
    The state of being useful.

    Slang Meanings

    Throwing in the towel
    When the car broke down again, I felt like throwing in the towel on it being usable.
    A lost cause
    The project turned into a lost cause; it was totally unusable.