Synonyms of unusable

unusable

adjective

ˌən-ˈyü-zə-bəl 

as in useless

not capable of being put to use or account

a completely unusable gadget that's just taking up space in the drawer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• useless
• impractical
• unsuitable
• unworkable
• unserviceable
• inoperable
• impracticable
• unavailable
• inaccessible
• nonpractical
• unreachable
• inoperative
• unobtainable
• unattainable
• inert
• inactive
• idle
• fallow
• latent
• dormant
• interrupted
• suspended
• arrested
• unrealistic
• free
• dead

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• usable
• useful
• practical
• feasible
• functional
• operational
• applicable
• available
• workable
• serviceable
• practicable
• operable
• accessible
• obtainable
• utilizable
• ultrapractical
• reachable
• handy
• operating
• active
• functioning
• procurable
• acquirable
• busy
• operative
• working
• employed
• alive
• running
• all-around

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unusable

Some companies may offer refunds upon submission of photo evidence that the power cord has been cut, rendering the unit unusable. — The Spruce, 6 Aug. 2026

To get rid of the salt, factories rely on reverse osmosis, which leaves behind a concentrated, unusable brine. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026

Open the restrooms before the park becomes unusable due to the smell of public urination. — U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026

Every minute a polling location is unusable during the early vote period or on Election Day is a minute that voters can’t get back. — Jonathan Webber, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026