needless

[ need-lis ]

adjective

1. unnecessary; not needed or wanted:

   a needless waste of food.

   Synonyms: uncalled-for, pointless, gratuitous, unessential

needless

/ ˈniːdlɪs /

adjective

1. not required or desired; unnecessary

Derived Forms

• ˈneedlessly, adverb
• ˈneedlessness, noun

Other Words From

• needless·ly adverb
• needless·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of needless¹

First recorded in 1175–1225, needless is from the Middle English word nedles. See need, -less

Related Words

• excessive
• gratuitous
• pointless