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    Useless

    /ˈjuːsləs/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    not useful; not serving any purpose or function.
    The broken machine was completely useless.
    having no practical value or significance.
    He felt that his efforts were useless in convincing her.
    not providing any benefit or favorable outcome.
    It's useless to argue with someone who refuses to listen.
    unable to perform or function effectively.
    She realized the old computer was now useless for her tasks.

    Etymology

    From Middle English 'useles', meaning devoid of use.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    useless information
    Data that cannot be used to make a decision.
    useless as a screen door on a submarine
    Completely impractical or ineffective.
    putting in useless effort
    Exerting energy with no beneficial outcome.

    Related Words

    ineffectual
    Not producing the desired effect.
    unhelpful
    Not providing assistance.

    Slang Meanings

    Dead weight
    He's just dead weight on the team, contributing nothing.
    All talk, no action
    She talks a big game, but she's all talk, no action.