clueless
/ˈkluː.ləs/
Meanings
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adjective
Lacking knowledge or information; unable to guess or solve a problem.
- "Despite his vast experience, he was clueless about the solution to the complex problem."
- "She felt clueless when trying to assemble the new furniture without instructions."
Antonyms
clueful , informed
Rhymes
Words rhyming with cluelessfluent , mute , cue , queue , rue
Variants
List of all variants of clueless that leads to same resultclueless , cluelessly , cluelessness
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meant 'without a clue', from the verb 'clue' meaning 'to hint' or 'give a hint'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'clueless' was popularized in the 1990s by the movie 'Clueless' starring Alicia Silverstone.
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In the United Kingdom, the term 'clueless' is sometimes used interchangeably with the term 'dimwit' or 'thick'.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
ignorance: A state of being uninformed or lacking knowledge in one or more areas.
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confusion: A state of being uncertain, perplexed, or bewildered.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.The term 'clueless' has been used in popular culture to describe individuals who are ignorant or out of touch, often in a humorous or derogatory way.
How to Memorize "clueless"
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visualize
- Imagine a person with a blank expression and a question mark above their head, representing being clueless.
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associate
- Associate the word 'clueless' with situations where you feel unsure or lack information.
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mnemonics
- Use the acronym 'C-L-U-E-L-E-S-S' to remember the meaning: 'Can't Learn Understanding Essential Subjects Silently'.
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