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Synonyms

aimless

American  
[eym-lis] / ˈeɪm lɪs /

adjective

  1. without aim; purposeless.


aimless British  
/ ˈeɪmlɪs /

adjective

  1. having no goal, purpose, or direction

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Other Word Forms

  • aimlessly adverb
  • aimlessness noun

Etymology

Origin of aimless

First recorded in 1620–30; aim + -less

Example Sentences

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Executive produced by the Duffer Brothers of ‘Stranger Things,’ this series follows an engaged couple on an overlong and aimless journey filled with creepiness and dread.

From The Wall Street Journal

The latest edition of the prominent, often controversial survey of American art is an aimless overview that offers little memorable work.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite the money and recognition, Kate seemed aimless and faced increasing public scrutiny and scorn.

From Literature

It would take roughly 12 hours to watch the show from start to finish, but Stoschek and Kittelmann recommend an hour or two of aimless wandering.

From Los Angeles Times

And that in turn prevents you from aimless or unthinking financial behavior.

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