brainless
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of brainless
First recorded in 1400–50, brainless is from the late Middle English word braynles. See brain, -less
Example Sentences
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“It just sounds pretty boring,” he says, and pushes a jeering mob of brainless sheep to repeat whatever he says.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
A stunned England woke Sunday to savage criticism after their meek capitulation in the first Ashes Test, branded "brainless" and "damaged" by former greats after their cavalier approach backfired.
From Barron's • Nov. 23, 2025
The Spectator described the show as "brainless", suggesting Winkleman "gushed" over her guests and asked obvious questions.
From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025
The dialogue was more dignified: no brainless chatter or mawkish introductions.
From New York Times • Jun. 17, 2024
“But who cares, we’ve got what we needed —” “He is not a brainless git,” said Hermione shrilly as they half ran toward the library.
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
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