Pointless

adjective

/ˈpɔɪntləs/

Word Frequency: 1.6

Definitions

1.adjectiveHaving no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.

"a pointless knife"

2.adjectiveHaving no prominent or important feature, as of an argument, discourse, etc.

"a pointless remark"

3.adjectiveHaving no purpose; purposeless; unable to effect an aim.

"Since the decision has already been made, further discussion seems pointless."

4.adjectiveWithout points.

"a pointless topology"

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