1. Quizzes & Games
  2. Word of the Day
  3. Video
  4. New Words
 

worthless
About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.


worth·less

adjective \ˈwərth-ləs\

Definition of WORTHLESS

1
a : lacking worth : valueless <worthless currency>
b : useless <worthless to continue searching>
2
: contemptible, despicable <a worthless criminal>
— worth·less·ly adverb
— worth·less·ness noun
See worthless defined for English-language learners »
See worthless defined for kids »

Examples of WORTHLESS

  1. The boots may be nice, but they're worthless if they don't fit you.
  2. She's depressed and believes that she's worthless.

First Known Use of WORTHLESS

circa 1577

Related to WORTHLESS

Synonyms
chaffy, empty, junky, no-good, null, vain, valueless
Antonyms
useful, valuable, worthy

Rhymes with WORTHLESS

mirthless

Learn More About WORTHLESS

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: worthwhile
Previous Word in the Dictionary: worthiest of blood
All Words Near: worthless

Seen & Heard

What made you want to look up worthless? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Name That Thing

Take Our 10-Question Quiz

Get Our Free Apps
Voice Search, Favorites,
Word of the Day, and More
iPhone | iPad | Android | More
Join Us on FB & Twitter
Get the Word of the Day and More
Facebook | Twitter