ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Purposelessly

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Purposelessly is an adverb meaning In a purposeless manner; to no end; for no reason.

Meaning

In a purposeless manner; to no end; for no reason.

Example Sentences

The sparse grey locks he combed were fewer and greyer: and though the accustomed mouth circle was as obdurately set as of old, his head waggled purposelessly: and his hands fumbled stiffly as he folded and replaced his pocket comb.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include aimlessly, pointlessly, objectlessly, causelessly, directionlessly, planlessly.

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