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pointless

adjective

point·​less ˈpȯint-ləs How to pronounce pointless (audio)
1
: devoid of meaning : senseless
a pointless remark
2
: devoid of effectiveness : flat
pointless attempts to be funny
pointlessly adverb
pointlessness noun

Example Sentences

It would be pointless for us to continue the investigation. a pointless remark that left everyone scratching their heads in confusion
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Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of pointless was in 1582

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