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good-for-nothing

/'gudfə,nʌθiɳ/ Cách viết khác : (good-for-nought) /'gudfənɔ:t/
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Explanation of "Good-for-Nothing"

Definition: The term "good-for-nothing" is an adjective used to describe someone or something that is considered worthless, useless, or not helpful. It often refers to a person who does not contribute positively to society or fails to meet expectations.

Usage Instructions:
  • Use "good-for-nothing" to express disappointment or frustration about a person or thing that is not fulfilling its purpose.
  • It is often used in negative contexts and can be considered offensive if directed toward a person.
Examples:
  1. Adjective: "He is a good-for-nothing layabout who never helps with the chores."
  2. Noun: "She called him a good-for-nothing because he never holds a job."
Advanced Usage:
  • "Good-for-nothing" can be used in formal writing but is more common in spoken language and informal contexts.
  • It can also describe inanimate objects that do not perform well, e.g., "This old car is a good-for-nothing piece of junk."
Word Variants:
  1. Synonyms: worthless, useless, idle, lazy, no-good, good-for-naught
  2. Antonyms: valuable, useful, productive, helpful
Different Meanings:
  • Noun: When used as a noun, "good-for-nothing" refers to a person who is perceived as lazy or unproductive.
    • Example: "After losing his job, he became a good-for-nothing."
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
  • There are no direct idioms or phrasal verbs that use "good-for-nothing," but related phrases can express similar sentiments:
    • "Down on one's luck" - someone who is struggling, often implying they are not doing well in life.
    • "Bum around" - to spend time doing nothing useful.
Summary:

In summary, "good-for-nothing" is a critical term used to describe someone or something that lacks value or usefulness. It is important to use this term carefully, as it can be offensive when referring to a person.

Adjective
  1. without merit
    • a sorry horse
    • a sorry excuse
    • a lazy no-count, good-for-nothing goldbrick
    • the car was a no-good piece of junk
Noun
  1. an idle worthless person

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