senseless

[ˈsɛnsləs]

senseless Definition

• 1. without common sense; lacking intelligence or good judgement
• 2. done or happening without a reason that is clear to the mind; pointless

Using senseless: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "senseless" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  It was a senseless act of violence.

• Example

  The movie's plot was completely senseless.

• Example

  He made a senseless decision and lost all his money.

senseless Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for senseless

• foolish
• stupid
• unintelligent
• ridiculous
• absurd

Antonyms for senseless

• sensible
• reasonable
• intelligent

Phrases with senseless

• senseless violence

  violent behavior that is without reason or purpose

  Example

  The city was in shock after the senseless violence that occurred last night.

• senseless killing

  the act of killing someone without any reason or justification

  Example

  The family was devastated by the senseless killing of their son.

• senseless tragedy

  a tragic event that seems to have no reason or explanation

  Example

  The community mourned the victims of the senseless tragedy.

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Summary: senseless in Brief

The term 'senseless' [ˈsɛnsləs] describes actions or events that lack common sense, intelligence, or good judgement. It can also refer to things that are pointless or without a clear reason. Examples include 'senseless violence' and 'senseless killing.' Synonyms include 'foolish,' 'stupid,' and 'unintelligent.'