English · Adjectives
worthless
/ˈwɜːθ.ləs/
[/ˈwɜːθ.ləs/]
having no value
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Having no value, use, or importance at all.
Example
The old coins turned out to be worthless copies, not the rare originals.
The old coins turned out to be worthless copies, not the rare originals.
Etymology
From 'worth' (Old English 'weorth') plus '-less'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes things or, harshly, people of no value.