Definition

Not useful or effective; having no practical value.

Example

The instructions were so complicated that they felt quite inutile.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I bought this gadget, but it seems completely inutile for what I need.

Really? What does it even do?

It claims to help organize my desk, but it just takes up space.

Sounds like a waste of money; I hate when things are inutile like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inutile → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "utilis" (meaning useful). The word "inutile" means not useful or of no practical value.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'useful' ('utilis') to remember that 'inutile' means something that is not useful.

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