Uselessly: meaning, definitions and examples

When something is done in a manner that has no benefit or value at all.

• He tried uselessly to fix the broken watch.
• She screamed uselessly into the void.

When an action is done without purpose or meaning, often implying a sense of frustration or redundancy.

• He wandered pointlessly through the streets.
• They argued pointlessly over a minor issue.

When an action is done without achieving the desired outcome due to lack of proper execution or method.

• The medication was administered ineffectively, so the patient didn't recover.
• The team worked ineffectively on the project, resulting in many errors.

When an effort is made that is destined to fail and is without any hope of success, often with a sense of despair.

• They futilely attempted to save the drowning man.
• He ran futilely after the bus, knowing it wouldn't stop.

Mentioned twice; see the first entry above.

• The information was uselessly repeated in the report

Describes actions or behaviors that lack direction or intention.

• He walked purposelessly around the park, unsure of what to do next

Used when describing something that lacks significance or importance.

• She rambled meaninglessly about her day

Refers to actions that do not result in any valuable outcome or progress.

• They spent the afternoon chatting unproductively instead of working