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Valueless vs. Invaluable
Valueless
/ˈvaljʊləs/Examples:
The trinket was pretty but ultimately valueless.Many outdated gadgets are now deemed valueless.The offer seemed promising but was ultimately valueless.
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Invaluable
/ɪnˈvæljuəbəl/Examples:
Her advice on the project was simply invaluable.The document provides invaluable insights into ancient cultures.Volunteers play an invaluable role in community programs.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Valueless means something has no monetary value, like a rusted nail.
- Invaluable means the opposite: something is so valuable it's beyond pricing, like a family heirloom.
- Remember that valueless implies worthlessness, while invaluable suggests pricelessness.
- They both sound similar but their meanings are vastly different.
- Valueless often indicates negative connotations, while invaluable emphasizes importance.
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