Definition of otiose

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• otiose is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 6
• otiose is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 6
• otiose is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 6

Definition of otiose

• serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being (adjective)

  Examples

  1. otiose lines in a play

  Synonyms

  1. pointless
  2. purposeless
  3. senseless
  4. superfluous
  5. wasted
• producing no result or effect (adjective)

  Examples

  1. an otiose undertaking

  Synonyms

  1. futile
  2. ineffectual
  3. meaningless
  4. unavailing
• disinclined to work or exertion (adjective)

  Synonyms

  1. faineant
  2. indolent
  3. lazy
  4. slothful
  5. work-shy

See definition of otiose in Merriam Webster