pointless

adj

Etymology: From Middle English pointles, poynteles, poyntlees. By surface analysis, point + -less.

1. Having no point or sharp tip; terminating squarely or in a rounded end.

   “a pointless sword”

   “a pointless knife”

2. Having no prominent or important feature, as of an argument, discourse, etc.

   “a pointless remark”

   “The sequel to the film was even more pointless than the original”

3. Having no purpose; purposeless; unable to effect an aim.

   “Since the decision has already been made, further discussion seems pointless.”

4. Having no points

   “After four matches and four defeats, United remain pointless at the foot of the table.”

5. Without points.

   “a pointless topology”

6. Point-free; employing the tacit programming paradigm.