mindless
Mindless (adj) means Done without thought, purpose, or care. Example: “The report condemned the mindless vandalism of the memorial.”
How to use mindless
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither senseless and thoughtless (mindless violence), or so simple and repetitive that it takes no real concentration (mindless entertainment).
Word forms
more mindless comparative, most mindless superlative
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The report condemned the _____ vandalism of the memorial.
Etymology
From Old English myndlēas, built from mind plus the negating suffix "-less".
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “mindless” mean?
The word “mindless” means done without thought, purpose, or care. In plain terms, either senseless and thoughtless (mindless violence), or so simple and repetitive that it takes no real concentration (mindless entertainment).
How do you pronounce “mindless”?
“Mindless” is pronounced mynd-luhs (/maɪnd.ləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “mindless” in a sentence?
Here is “mindless” used in a sentence: “The report condemned the mindless vandalism of the memorial.”
What part of speech is “mindless”?
“Mindless” is an adjective.
Where does the word “mindless” come from?
The word “mindless” comes from Old English. From Old English myndlēas, built from mind plus the negating suffix "-less".
Is “mindless” a common word?
“Mindless” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “mindless” have?
“Mindless” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: done without thought, purpose, or care.