Worthless (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Lacking in usefulness or value; "a worthless idler".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The broken toy was now worthless to her little brother, who had lost interest in it.
- As an abstract artist, she often felt that her work was considered worthless by those who didn't understand her style.
- The old map proved to be worthless as they got lost in the dense forest.
- He felt like he was worthless after being laid off from his job without warning.
- After the fire, the damaged house was considered worthless and was slated for demolition.
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Meaning 2
Morally reprehensible; "would do something as despicable as murder"; "ugly crimes"; "the vile development of slavery appalled them"; "a slimy little liar".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The serial killer's actions were so heinous and worthless that even his own family couldn't muster any sympathy for him.
- His worthless behavior was exemplified by the multitude of ugly crimes he committed against innocent women.
- The vile development of the sex trade was condemned by the community, who saw it as a worthless and repugnant blight on their city.
- The dictator's regime was built on worthless ideals of oppression and violence, leaving a legacy of hatred and mistrust.
- The worthless excuses offered by the corrupt politician did little to mitigate the outrage over the slimy little scandal that had brought his administration crashing down.