useful

The definition of useful is helpful or beneficial.

(adjective)

An example of useful used as an adjective is the phrase "useful information" which means information that is helpful.

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See useful in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

that can be used to advantage; serviceable; helpful; beneficial; often, having practical utility

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See useful in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Having a beneficial use; serviceable: a useful kitchen gadget.
  2. Being of practical use: a useful job; useful members of society.

Related Forms:

  • useˈful·ly adverb
  • useˈful·ness noun

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