Definition

The condition of having no specific goal or purpose in life, leading to a lack of direction or focus.

Example

After losing his job, he felt a sense of aimlessness that made it hard to get out of bed in the morning.

Conversation

I feel like I've been stuck in a rut lately.

Yeah, sometimes life feels like it has no direction, like aimlessness is creeping in.

Exactly! I just don't know what I want to do next.

Maybe it's time to try something new to shake off that aimlessness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aimlessness → It is formed from "aim" (from Old French *esmer*, meaning to direct or to intend) and "-lessness" (meaning without). The word describes a state of being without direction or intention.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-lessness') a clear 'aim' or direction — that's what aimlessness means.

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