nugatory
adjective
Of no value or importance; useless and futile. Describes things that have no effect or serve no purpose.
Etymology
From Latin "nugatorius" (trifling, futile), from "nugari" (to trifle, jest), from "nugae" (trifles, jests). Something as worthless as idle chatter.
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The amendment rendered the original clause nugatory."
- 2.
"Their objections proved nugatory against the majority vote."
- 3.
"Without enforcement, the regulation was nugatory."
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Fun Fact
In law, a "nugatory" provision is one with no legal effect. Courts may find contract clauses nugatory if they contradict themselves or conflict with law, leaving them unenforceable.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (N, U, G, A, T, O, R, Y)
Scrabble Value: 12 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "NU" at the start of words.
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