Synonyms for useful

Adjective

1. useful (vs. useless), utile, helpful, multipurpose, reclaimable, recyclable, reusable, serviceable, useable, usable, utilitarian, utilizable, effective#1, effectual#2, efficacious, expedient, helpful, profitable, serviceable

usage: being of use or service; "the girl felt motherly and useful"; "a useful job"; "a useful member of society"

2. useful, valuable, of value, important (vs. unimportant), of import

usage: of great importance or use or service; "useful information"; "valuable advice"

3. useful, practical (vs. impractical)

usage: capable of being turned to use or account; "useful applications of calculus"

4. utilitarian, useful, functional (vs. nonfunctional)

usage: having a useful function; "utilitarian steel tables"