Useful Definition

useful
adjective
  1. being of use or service; "the girl felt motherly and useful"; "a useful job"; "a useful member of society"
  2. having a useful function; "utilitarian steel tables"

"Useful" in song lyrics

See how useful is used in real songs:

  • "My crew ran across the street, that was useful"
    Champ M.C. — Niggaz? Murder Mine
  • "We could be learning how to sew, get skills that's useful"
    dead prez — Together
  • "take a piece of my strife burn it up by making something useful"
    Eligh — The Mountain

Usage tips for "useful"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "useful" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for useful to find words that pair well.

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