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Worthless - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Worthless means having no value, use, or importance. It describes something or someone considered useless or insignificant, often implying disappointment or failure. Example: The broken toy was worthless.

worthless

/ˈwɝθləs/ /ˈwɜːθləs/

Definition:

Having no value or usefulness; not deserving attention or effort.

Synonyms:

Useless, valueless, meaningless, futile, insignificant

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Antonyms:

Valuable, worthwhile, precious

Common Collocations:

Worthless object, feel worthless, prove worthless, render worthless, consider worthless

Derivatives:

Worthlessness, worthlessly

Usage Tips:

Use "worthless" to describe something with no practical or moral value; avoid overuse in emotional contexts.

Common Phrases:

Worthless as dirt, feel worthless, turn out to be worthless

Etymology:

From Old English "weorþ" (value) + "-less" (without), meaning "without value."

Examples:

  • 1. The old toy was broken and worthless.
  • 2. His advice proved worthless in solving the problem.
  • 3. She felt worthless after failing the exam.
  • 4. The counterfeit money was completely worthless.

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