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Meaning of
useless
in English
useless
us
/ˈjuːs.ləs/
uk
/ˈjuːs.ləs/
#moderate
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Definitions
Adjective
unhelpful
or
ineffective
;
serving
no
purpose
The
new
gadget
is
useless
because
it
doesn't
work
properly
.
lacking
practical
use
;
pointless
The
politician's
promise
to
reduce
taxes
is
useless
without
a
clear
plan
.
failing
to
achieve
or
accomplish
something
The
fire
extinguisher
was
useless
in
putting
out
the
large
blaze
.
incapable
or
unskilled
;
not
dependable
The
employee
felt
useless
after
making
a
mistake
that
cost
the
company
a
lot
of
money
.
Phrases