Synonyms for Otiose (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (serving no useful purpose; having no excuse for being):
pointless, superfluous, wasted
WordNet sense 2 (lacking in usefulness or value):
worthless
WordNet sense 3 (producing no result or effect):
futile, ineffectual, unavailing
WordNet sense 4 (having no beneficial use or incapable of functioning usefully):
useless
WordNet sense 5 (disinclined to work or exertion):
faineant, indolent, lazy, slothful, work-shy
WordNet sense 6 (not in action or at work):
idle
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