Meritless

//ˈmɛɹɪtlɪs// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1
Without merit. not-comparable
"But reformers counter that, the Garcia case aside, judges often are reluctant to exercise their power to throw out meritless lawsuits. In fact, many judges prefer to give people their day in court - and then are hesitant to alter or wipe out a jury decision."

Adjective

1
without merit; of little or no value or use wordnet

Synonyms

good for nothing good-for-naught good-for-nothing no-account no-count no-good

Example

"Otherwise, the whole claim is meritless, voided, and forfeited."

Etymology

From merit + -less.

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