Definition

Not having a source or origin.

Example

The information provided was sourceless, making it difficult to verify its accuracy.

Conversation

Did you see that article about the sourceless claims on social media?

Yeah, it's crazy how misinformation spreads so quickly.

I wonder why people believe those sourceless stories without checking facts.

It's frustrating! We need to be more critical about what we read.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sourceless → It is formed from "source" (from Old French *sourcer*, meaning to rise or spring from) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "sourceless" means without a source or origin.

Memory Tip

Think of 'source' as something that 'rises' or 'springs' from a place, and '-less' means without. So, sourceless means something that has no origin or starting point.

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