useful
/ˈjuːsfʊl
/ /ˈjuːsf(ə)l/adjective
1Able to be used for a practical purpose or in several ways: aspirins are useful for headaches...
- It means the building is going to be cared for and used and will serve a useful purpose for the community.
- At least it felt like I was doing a proper job and something with a useful purpose.
- The flight served no useful purpose at all: there was no need or compulsion to join it.
Synonyms
functional, practical, handy, neat, convenient, utilitarian, utility, helpful, applicable, serviceable, of use, of service
informal nifty
beneficial, advantageous, helpful, worthwhile, profitable, gainful, rewarding, productive, constructive, effective, efficacious, valuable, fruitful, of help, of assistance
1.1British informal Very able or competent in a particular area: a useful pace bowler...
- He is a healthy sceptic to much paranormal activity, and would be a useful expert to have.
Synonyms
competent, capable, able, expert, skilful, skilled, proficient, practised, experienced, effective, handy
Phrases
make oneself useful