worthless

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Etymology

From Middle English *worthles, from Old English weorþlēas (“worthless”), equivalent to worth +‎ -less. Cognate with Dutch waardeloos (“worthless”), German wertlos (“worthless”), Swedish värdelös (“worthless”).

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worthless (comparative more worthless or worthlesser, superlative most worthless or worthlessest)

  1. Having no worth or use; without value.
    Synonyms: inconsequential, miserable, (obsolete) priceless, useless, valueless; see also Thesaurus:worthless
    Antonyms: precious, useful, valuable, worthful, worthy
    Don’t be a worthless slouch! Go get yourself a job.
    Lies are as important as truth, for without lies, the truth is worthless.
    The committee’s decision is worthless and not going to be acted upon.

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