Definition of «senseless»

The word senseless means without sense or reason, lacking intelligence or understanding. It refers to something that is foolish, irrational, or pointless and suggests a complete absence of judgment or common sense.

Usage examples

  1. The senseless act of violence left an entire community in shock.
  2. The politician's senseless decision to cut funding for education caused outrage among parents and teachers.
  3. The senseless destruction of historical monuments deeply saddened the locals and tourists.
  4. It is senseless to waste food when so many people are starving around the world.
  5. The senseless chatter of the audience disrupted the theater performance.
  6. The drunk driver caused a senseless accident that claimed innocent lives.
  7. The senseless use of pesticides harmed not only the targeted pests but also the beneficial insects.
  8. Engaging in senseless arguments only leads to increased tension and hostility in relationships.
  9. The senseless consumption of fossil fuels continues to contribute to climate change.
  10. Vandalizing public property is a senseless act of rebellion that achieves nothing meaningful.

Sentences with «senseless»

  • The situation in Syria keeps getting worse and innocent civilians continue to be the victim of senseless acts of violence. (relevantmagazine.com)
  • Donovan Richards (from l.), Councilman James Sanders and U.S. Rep. Gregory Meeks push for an end of senseless violence in southeast Queens. (queenscampaigner.com)
  • God speaks of loving thy neighbor and not killing them in senseless acts of murder. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
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