Useless vs Worthless - What's the difference?

Worthless is a synonym of useless.

is that useless is without use or possibility to be used while worthless is not having worth and use, without value, inconsequential.

(en-adj)

Without use or possibility to be used.

This fork has prongs that are bent. It's useless now.

Unhelpful, not useful; pointless (of an action).

I think it's useless to keep this discussion going. It's like talking to a wall.

I tried my best to make him quit smoking, but my efforts were useless . He now smokes six packs a day.

(pejorative, of a person) good-for-nothing; not dependable.

Bill never mows the lawn, takes out the trash or anything. He's useless , but I love him anyways.

(colloquial, of a person) unable to do well at a particular task or thing. Useless is mildly insulting.

My brother is useless at most computer games, but he is an awesome PS2 player.

Why do you keep trying? You're obviously useless at it.

* (good-for-nothing) good-for-nothing * (unable to do well) unskillful

* skillful, useful

* uselessly * uselessness

(en adjective)

Not having worth and use, without value, inconsequential.

Lies are as important as truth, for without lies, the truth is worthless .

The committee's decision is worthless and not going to be acted upon.

Don't be a worthless slouch! Go get yourself a job.

* worthlessly * worthlessness

* useless * miserable * valueless

* worthful * worthy * useful * precious * valuable