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Meaning of meaningless
The primary meaning of "meaningless" is lacking meaning or purpose.
Etymology of meaningless
The word "meaningless" has its roots in the Old English words "mēan" (to mean or intend) and the suffix "-less" (indicating a lack or absence of something), with the word "meaning" itself derived from the Old English "mēnan" (to mean or signify) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating a gerund or present participle), the word "meaningless" emerged in Middle English as a combination of "meaning" and the suffix "-less" to describe something devoid of meaning or significance.
Synonyms
futile
pointless
useless
insignificant
inconsequential
hollow
empty
vain
frivolous
trifling
trivial
unimportant
nonsensical
absurd
ridiculous
preposterous
senseless
aimless
purposeless
idle
frivolous
inane
fatuous
silly
foolish
irrational
illogical
unreasonable
unreasoning
arbitrary
capricious
whimsical
mindless
thoughtless
brainless
foolish
idiotic
asinine
stupid
inane
vacuous
vapid
flat
dull
insipid
jejune
banal
trite
hackneyed
clichéd
stereotyped
unoriginal
uncreative
unimaginative
Definitions
- Lacking meaning or purpose
- * Having no significance or importance
- * Without sense or reason
Usage Examples
- The movie's ending was meaningless and left the audience confused.
- * The politician's speech was full of meaningless promises and empty rhetoric.
- * The test results were meaningless without proper context and analysis.
Antonyms
significant
important
meaningful
purposeful
sensible
rational
logical
reasonable
thoughtful
intelligent
wise
discerning
perceptive
astute
shrewd
clever
ingenious
creative
imaginative
original
innovative
substantial
material
relevant
pertinent
applicable
useful
valuable
worthwhile
productive
effective
efficient
fruitful
successful
fulfilling
satisfying
gratifying
pleasing
enjoyable
delightful
thrilling
exciting