Pronunciation

/ˈjuːsfl/

Definitions

Adjective

• Meaning: Having practical value or usefulness; helpful or beneficial. For example: “The old shed still had some useful tools inside.”
• Antonym: Useless

Noun (informal)

• Meaning: Something that is useful or helpful. For example: “This app provides a lot of useful information.”

Phrases

• “Be useful” implies being helpful or serving a purpose.
• “A useful skill” refers to a skill that is beneficial.
• “A useful tip” is a piece of advice that is helpful.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “Her advice was very useful in solving the problem.”
• Noun: “The kitchen gadget is a real time-saving device, it’s so useful.”
• “He learned a few useful techniques during his training.”

Synonyms

• Beneficial
• Practical
• Valuable
• Helpful
• Effectual
• Serviceable
• Instrumental

Antonyms

• Useless
• Pointless
• Ineffective
• Superfluous
• Irrelevant