What does good-for-nothing mean?
Good-for-nothing means (idiomatic) Useless; worthless..
Good-for-nothing
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(idiomatic) Useless; worthless..
Definitions by Sense
- (idiomatic) Useless; worthless.
- A person of little worth or usefulness.
Example Sentences
Americans might have taken some comfort from the fact that these critics also expressed similar misgivings about Rhodes Scholars coming from elsewhere. Isis, a student publication, lampooned Australians as good-for-nothings who badly needed education.
Synonyms for good-for-nothing
Antonyms for good-for-nothing
Related Words
Word Forms
- good for nothing
- good-for-nothings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for good-for-nothing?
Common synonyms include bastardly, blown, cacky, chaffy.
What is the opposite of good-for-nothing?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use good-for-nothing in a sentence?
Americans might have taken some comfort from the fact that these critics also expressed similar misgivings about Rhodes Scholars coming from elsewhere. Isis, a student publication, lampooned Australians as good-for-nothings who badly needed education.
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