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pointlessness

/ˈpɔɪnt.ləs.nəs/
point · less · ness
Adverb:pointlessly
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Adjective:pointless
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pointlessness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The quality or state of lacking any purpose, meaning, or useful result.

Example

"The sheer pointlessness of the repetitive administrative task frustrated the entire department."

2

The physical state of having no sharp tip or point; bluntness.

Example

"The pointlessness of the worn-down pencil made it impossible to sketch fine architectural details."

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• Nearby Words

pointing
pointless
pointlessly
pointlessness
pointman
pointy
poise

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pointlessness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pointlessness
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