Word: USELESS
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Definition of USELESS
- Without use or possibility to be used.
"This fork has prongs that are bent. It's useless now."
- Unhelpful, not useful; pointless (of an action).
"I think it's useless to keep this discussion going. It's like talking to a wall."
- (of a person) Good-for-nothing; not dependable.
"Bill never mows the lawn, takes out the trash or anything. He's useless, but I love him anyways."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "useless" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "useless", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is USELESS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is USELESS worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in USELESS? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing USELESS:
- # the useless effect
- # master of useless
- # playing with useless
- # in terms of useless
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