The Opposite(Antonym) of “utility”
The antonyms of utility are uselessness, disadvantage, and inconvenience. The antonyms convey a lack of usefulness, benefit, or advantage.
Explore all Antonyms of “utility”
Definitions and Examples of uselessness, disadvantage, inconvenience
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The state of being without use, benefit, or value.
Example
The old computer was thrown away due to its uselessness.
An unfavorable circumstance or condition that hinders progress or success.
Example
Not knowing how to use a computer can be a disadvantage in today's job market.
A situation that causes trouble, difficulty, or discomfort.
Example
The road construction caused a lot of inconvenience for the commuters.
Key Differences: uselessness vs disadvantage vs inconvenience
- 1Uselessness implies a complete lack of use or value.
- 2Disadvantage refers to a negative circumstance that puts someone at a disadvantage compared to others.
- 3Inconvenience refers to a minor difficulty or discomfort that causes inconvenience.
Effective Usage of uselessness, disadvantage, inconvenience
- 1Enhance Vocabulary: Use these antonyms to expand your vocabulary and express yourself more accurately.
- 2Discuss Problems: Use these antonyms to describe problems and challenges.
- 3Evaluate Options: Use these antonyms to weigh the pros and cons of different options.
Remember this!
The antonyms of utility convey a lack of usefulness, benefit, or advantage. Use uselessness to describe something completely without use or value, disadvantage to describe a negative circumstance that puts someone at a disadvantage, and inconvenience to describe a minor difficulty or discomfort. Use these antonyms to enhance your vocabulary, discuss problems, and evaluate options.
