Meaning of the word worthless in English

What does worthless mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

worthless

US /ˈwɝːθ.ləs/

UK /ˈwɜːθ.ləs/

having no real value or use

Example:

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The old car was completely worthless.

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His advice proved to be worthless.

Synonym:

useless valueless pointless futile ineffective

Antonym:

valuable useful precious worthy important

having no good qualities; morally bad

Example:

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He felt like a worthless person after making so many mistakes.

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She called him a worthless liar.

Synonym:

despicable contemptible vile base reprehensible

Antonym:

honorable virtuous upstanding good moral