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futile

adjective

ˈfjuː.taɪl

Meaning

Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless.

His attempts to change the situation were futile.

All their efforts to save the old tree were futile.

futile attempt

useless, ineffective, pointless, vain, fruitless

Entry 1

useless, ineffective

Entry 2

pointless, useless, ineffective, vain, fruitless

effective, worthwhile, useful, successful

Entry 1

effective, worthwhile

Entry 2

effective, useful, successful

futile attempt, futile effort, futile hope, seem futile

Relating to the basic or fundamental aspects of something; simple or easy to understand.

Sounding together or in harmony.

deliberately stubborn; done on purpose; intentional

Of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above average; very good or important.

Easily broken or damaged; delicate.

having a color between red and yellow like that of a ripe orange fruit