aimless
Translation
without purpose, without direction
Examples
He was just wandering in an aimless way.
He was just wandering in an aimless way.
The discussion felt aimless and unproductive.
The discussion felt aimless and unproductive.
Grammar Patterns
((an aimless + noun)) without purpose He was just wandering in an aimless way.
Similar Words
Synonyms: purposeless, directionless; Antonyms: purposeful, focused
Etymology
From 'aim' (goal, purpose) + the suffix '-less' (without). Literally means 'without an aim'.
Memory Tips
Imagine an arrow shot without an 'aim'. It flies 'aimlessly'.