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What is another word for Aimlessness? – 136 Aimlessness Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    purposelessness directionlessness pointlessness meaninglessness emptiness hollowness vagueness ambiguity indecision indecisiveness uncertainty unpredictability lack of direction drift apathy lethargy listlessness languor inertia idleness laziness aimless wandering drifting meandering rambling roaming wandering dawdling loafing lounging sauntering strolling ambling lack of focus distraction inattention carelessness recklessness thoughtlessness foolishness absurdity ridiculousness senselessness nonsense foolishness

    Meaning of Aimlessness

    The state of being without direction or purpose.

    Definitions

    • The quality of being without direction or purpose, lacking a clear goal or objective.
    • * A state of being uncertain or without a clear course of action.

    Etymology of Aimlessness

    The word "aimlessness" is derived from the Old English word "æman" meaning "to drive at" or "to strive for", and the suffix "-less" which forms an adjective indicating a lack or absence of something.
    The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially meaning "without a target or goal" and later expanding to include the sense of lacking direction or purpose.

    Example Uses

    • The team's aimlessness on the field was evident in their lack of coordination and strategy.
    • * After graduating, she felt a sense of aimlessness, unsure of what career path to pursue.
    • * The aimlessness of the plot made the movie seem disjointed and hard to follow.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    purposefulness direction focus intention determination decisiveness resolve ambition drive motivation enthusiasm energy zeal intent objective goal target aspiration desire passion interest engagement involvement participation

    Related Nouns

    purpose direction goal objective target ambition drive motivation enthusiasm energy zeal intent aspiration desire passion interest engagement involvement participation activity pursuit endeavor enterprise

    Related Verbs

    wander drift meander ramble roam dawdle loaf lounge saunter stroll amble lack need require want strive aim seek pursue follow chase

    Related Adjectives

    purposeful directed focused intentional decisive resolute ambitious driven motivated enthusiastic energetic zealous intent aspirational desirous passionate interested engaged involved participatory active pursueful diligent