clueless

[kloo-lis]

adjective

Informal.

1. ignorant, unaware, or uninformed.

   I remember thinking my mom was clueless when I was a teenager.

clueless

/ ˈkluːlɪs /

adjective

1. slang,  helpless; stupid

Word History and Origins

Origin of clueless¹

First recorded in 1940–45; clue + -less

Example Sentences

England's attack was aimless, bordering on clueless, on occasions.

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Her face is never clearly shown, to emphasize that Dorothy is merely a useful but clueless pawn in the political machinations of Oz.

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Cheryl said the band were so clueless that they'd phone the head of their record label to tell him their washing machine had broken down.

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Chef Mo points out to the clueless company heir.

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Manager appears to be clueless and most of the players are not fit to wear the jersey.

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