useless /ˈjuːs.ləs/ adjective4 •not helpful in any way, or bringing no good resultI think it's useless to keep this discussion going. It's like talking to a brick wall.I tried my best to make him quit smoking, but my efforts were useless. He now smokes six packs a day. •Without use or the possibility to be used.This fork's prongs are bent. It's useless now. •Good-for-nothing; not dependable.Bill never mows the lawn, takes out the trash or anything. He's useless, but I love him anyways. •(informal) Of a person, Unable to do well at a particular task or endeavor.My brother is useless at most computer games, but he is an awesome PS2 player.Why do you keep trying? You're obviously useless at it. formsmore useless · uselesser · most useless · uselessest