aimless
Translation
aimless, purposeless
Examples
He was just an aimless wanderer.
He was just an aimless wanderer.
Their conversation was aimless and boring.
Their conversation was aimless and boring.
Grammar Patterns
an aimless ((noun)) - a (noun) without purpose. They took an aimless walk in the park.
Similar Words
Synonyms: purposeless, pointless, random; Antonyms: purposeful, determined
Etymology
Formed from the noun 'aim' and the suffix '-less', meaning 'without'. Literally 'without an aim or purpose'.
Memory Tips
If you have no 'aim', you are 'aim-less'. Picture someone walking around with no destination in mind.