pointless
adj/ˈpɔɪntləs/
Etymology From Middle English pointles, poynteles, poyntlees. By surface analysis, point + -less.
1
Having no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.
- a pointless sword
- a pointless knife
2
Having no prominent or important feature, as of an argument, discourse, etc.
- a pointless remark
- The sequel to the film was even more pointless than the original
1 more example
- Even the numerous drunkards and beggars seemed to be in a hurry, stumbling from one side of the street to the other with pointless resolution or, with businesslike expeditiousness, soliciting money and food from strangers.2017, Hernan Diaz, In the Distance, Daunt Books (2018), page 304:
3
Having no purpose; purposeless; unable to effect an aim.
- Since the decision has already been made, further discussion seems pointless.
- After four matches and four defeats, United remain pointless at the foot of the table.
5
Mathematics, Sciences Without points.
- a pointless topology
6
Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Programming, Sciences Derogatory Point-free; employing the tacit programming paradigm.
- Synonyms
- blunt, dull, obtuse, futile, needless, purposeless, redundant, superfluous, point-free
- Antonyms
- pointed, sharp, worthwhile, useful, pointful
- Derived terms
- pointless topology, pointlessly, pointlessness