Uselessly: meaning, definitions and examples
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uselessly
[ ˈjuːsləsli ]
in a pointless manner
In a way that is not useful or effective; in a manner that does not achieve a desired result.
Synonyms
futilely, ineffectively, pointlessly
Examples of usage
- He was pacing uselessly around the room, unable to find his lost keys.
- She was staring uselessly at the computer screen, hoping for inspiration to strike.
in a manner lacking purpose
In a manner that lacks purpose or meaning; in a way that does not serve a useful function.
Synonyms
meaninglessly, purposelessly, unproductively
Examples of usage
- He spent the whole day uselessly browsing the internet instead of working on his project.
- They argued uselessly about trivial matters, without reaching any resolution.
Translations
Translations of the word "uselessly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inutilmente
🇮🇳 बेकार में
🇩🇪 nutzlos
🇮🇩 sia-sia
🇺🇦 даремно
🇵🇱 bezużytecznie
🇯🇵 無駄に
🇫🇷 inutilement
🇪🇸 inútilmente
🇹🇷 boşuna
🇰🇷 쓸모없이
🇸🇦 بلا فائدة
🇨🇿 zbytečně
🇸🇰 zbytočne
🇨🇳 无用地
🇸🇮 neuporabno
🇮🇸 ónýt
🇰🇿 пайдасыз
🇬🇪 უვარგისად
🇦🇿 faydasızca
🇲🇽 inútilmente
Word origin
The word 'uselessly' is derived from the root word 'useless,' which originated in the late 16th century. The suffix '-ly' is added to form the adverb 'uselessly,' indicating the manner in which an action is performed. The concept of being 'useless' has been a part of human language and behavior for centuries, reflecting the recognition of actions or things that lack utility or purpose.