Needless
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈniːdləs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Needless is an adjective meaning Not needed; unnecessary.
Meaning
Not needed; unnecessary.
More Meanings
- (archaic) Needlessly, without cause.
Example Sentences
This new project of yours will only be a needless expense.
[…]they were needless bursts of imagination from a man who’d made such a show of unshowiness.
Word Forms
- needles
Synonyms for needless
Depending on context, synonyms include gratuitous, unnecessary, uncalled-for.
Antonyms for needless
Common opposites include needful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include unnecessary, uncalled-for, gratuitous, unwarranted, unhelpful, meaningless.
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