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Futile
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Simple meaning
What does Futile mean?
Having no useful result.
Dictionary definition
Having no useful result or chance of success.
Example sentences
Futile in a sentence
easy
It was futile to argue with the locked door.
medium
The search felt futile after hours.
hard
A futile effort may use energy without making real progress.
Synonyms
Words like Futile
uselessNot helpful or effective.
pointlessRelated word that supports the meaning of futile.
Antonyms
Opposite words
usefulHelpful or effective.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to futile, depending on context.
Word family
Futile word family
Base word
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Practice 1
What does futile mean?
Futile means having no useful result.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to futile?
Useless is close in meaning to futile in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of futile?
Useful contrasts with futile.
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