meaningless

[mee-ning-lis] / ˈmi nɪŋ lɪs /

ADJECTIVE

without use, value, worth

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absurd empty futile hollow inconsequential insignificant pointless senseless trivial unimportant useless vague worthless

WEAK

aimless blank doesn't cut it double-talk doublespeak feckless fustian good-for-nothing hot air inane insubstantial nonsensical nothing nugatory purportless purposeless trifling unmeaning unpurposed vacant vain valueless vapid

Antonyms

STRONGEST

certain consequential fruitful full important meaningful productive profitable rational reasonable sensible significant substantial useful valuable wise worthwhile

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He said the picture was "meaningless" as it was taken in 2022.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

My fellow Americans, certain words have been rendered meaningless in describing the current state of affairs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

But women actually being treated as equals requires more of society than just meaningless platitudes.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Iranian officials have said the Israeli strikes had rendered the Pakistan talks "meaningless".

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The symbols on the window melt into meaningless streaks.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

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