senseless
10 synonyms and 1 antonym for senseless, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Unconscious; unable to feel anything.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Unconscious; unable to feel anything.
“The blow to the head knocked him senseless.”
2. adj
Pointless or lacking any reasonable purpose, especially describing violence.
“The community was shocked by the senseless act of vandalism.”
Opposites
How to use senseless
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
senseless violence
knocked senseless
senseless act
Frequently asked questions
What does “senseless” mean?
The word “senseless” means unconscious; unable to feel anything. In plain terms, either "knocked out and unconscious" or "pointless, with no good reason behind it.".
How do you pronounce “senseless”?
“Senseless” is pronounced SEHNS-luhs (/ˈsɛnsləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “senseless” in a sentence?
Here is “senseless” used in a sentence: “The blow to the head knocked him senseless.”
What part of speech is “senseless”?
“Senseless” is an adjective.
Is “senseless” a common word?
“Senseless” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “senseless” have?
“Senseless” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: unconscious; unable to feel anything.
