Pointless

Pronunciation

• enPR: pointʹlÉ™s, IPA: /ˈpɔɪntlÉ™s/

Origin

point + -less

Full definition of pointless

Adjective

1. Having no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.a pointless sworda pointless knife
2. Having no prominent or important feature, as of an argument, discourse, etc.a pointless remarkThe sequel to the film was even more pointless than the original
3. Having no purpose; purposeless; unable to effect an aim.'' Since the decision has already been made, further discussion seems pointless.
4. (mathematics) Without points.a pointless topology

Synonyms

• (having no point or tip) blunt, dull, obtuse
• (having no purpose) needless, purposeless, redundant, superfluous

Antonyms

• (not sharp) pointed, sharp
• (having no purpose) useful, pointful

Derived terms

• pointlessly
• pointlessness