pointless

[ˈpɔɪntləs]

pointless Definition

• 1. having no purpose or effect; useless
• 2. having no meaning; senseless

Using pointless: Examples

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

• Example

  The meeting was completely pointless.

• Example

  It's pointless to argue with him.

• Example

  The teacher gave us a pointless assignment.

• Example

  The movie was so bad that it was almost pointless to watch.

pointless Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pointless

• meaningless
• purposeless
• worthless
• futile
• in vain

Antonyms for pointless

• meaningful
• purposeful
• useful
• valuable
• worthwhile

Phrases with pointless

• a pointless exercise

  an activity that is done without any clear goal or benefit

  Example

  Trying to teach a dog to read is a pointless exercise.

• pointless argument

  a disagreement that has no clear resolution or outcome

  Example

  They had a pointless argument about which color was better.

• pointless task

  a job or chore that has no clear benefit or purpose

  Example

  Cleaning the house every day is a pointless task.

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Summary: pointless in Brief

The term 'pointless' [ˈpɔɪntləs] describes something that has no purpose or effect, or has no meaning or sense. It can be used to describe anything from meetings and assignments to movies and arguments. Examples include 'The meeting was completely pointless' and 'The movie was so bad that it was almost pointless to watch.' Phrases like 'a pointless exercise' and 'pointless task' denote activities that have no clear goal or benefit.