Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Having the ability to help with a task or be of benefit in a situation.
Useful
/ˈjuːsfəl/Synonyms:
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Examples:
This map is useful for finding your way.Learning to swim is a useful skill to have.
Etymology:
The word comes from the Old French us, derived from the Latin usus meaning use, combined with the English suffix -ful, indicating full of or possessing.
Usage Statistics:
50 mentions per 1 million words 
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