Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day - July 17 Jul 17, 2024 5:54:27 GMT -6 Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by NerdiestKen on Jul 17, 2024 5:54:27 GMT -6 Otiose (adj)Otiose is a formal word typically used to describe either something that serves no useful purpose, or something that has no use or effect.