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gainless

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Gainless (adj) means bringing no profit or benefit; not worthwhile.

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Bringing no profit or benefit; not worthwhile.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Antonyms

gainful

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Rhymes for gainless

painless brainless stainless

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of gainless?

"gainless" (adj) means bringing no profit or benefit; not worthwhile.

What is the opposite of gainless?

The opposite of "gainless" is gainful.

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