clueless
What is another word for clueless? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Having no understanding of a situation; completely uninformed.
Antonyms
How to use clueless
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
completely clueless
clueless about
Informal, often used to gently mock someone for not understanding something obvious.
Etymology
Built from clue plus the suffix -less, meaning "without" — literally "without clues".
Full origin of clueless →Frequently asked questions
What does “clueless” mean?
The word “clueless” means having no understanding of a situation; completely uninformed. In plain terms, having no idea what's going on; totally unaware or uninformed.
How do you pronounce “clueless”?
“Clueless” is pronounced KLOO-luhs (/ˈkluː.ləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “clueless” in a sentence?
Here is “clueless” used in a sentence: “He was clueless about how to fix the car.”
What is the opposite of “clueless”?
The opposite of “clueless” — its antonyms — are clueful and informed.
What part of speech is “clueless”?
“Clueless” is an adjective.
Is “clueless” a common word?
“Clueless” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Related words
zone out
