Synonyms of pointless
9 similar words · 5 opposite words
Another word for pointless is point-free. Other synonyms of pointless are blunt and needless. The opposite of pointless is useful.
Synonyms and similar words for pointless
adjectiveHaving no purpose; purposeless; unable to effect an aim.
- futile
- needlessNot needed; unnecessary.
- purposelessWithout purpose.
- redundant
- superfluousIn excess of what is required or sufficient.
adjectiveMore synonyms
- point-freeEmploying or relating to tacit programming.
Opposite of pointless
adjectiveAntonym(s) of “having no purpose”.
- worthwhileGood and important enough to spend time, effort, or money on.
- usefulHaving a practical or beneficial use.
- pointfulHaving a point; not pointless.
Meaning of pointless
- adjective Having no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.
- adjective Having no prominent or important feature, as of an argument, discourse, etc.
- adjective Having no purpose; purposeless; unable to effect an aim.
pointless in other languages
Questions about synonyms of pointless
- What is another word for pointless?
- Pointless has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as point-free, blunt and needless.
- What is the opposite of pointless?
- The opposite of pointless is useful. Other antonyms of pointless are worthwhile.
- What does pointless mean?
- Pointless means having no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.
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