English adjective: futile | |||
1. | futile producing no result or effect | ||
Samples | A futile effort. The therapy was ineffectual. An otiose undertaking. An unavailing attempt. | ||
Synonyms | ineffectual, otiose, unavailing | ||
Similar | useless | ||
Antonyms | useful, utile | ||
2. | futile unproductive of success | ||
Samples | A fruitless search. Futile years after her artistic peak. A sleeveless errand. A vain attempt. | ||
Synonyms | bootless, fruitless, sleeveless, vain | ||
Similar | unproductive | ||
Antonyms | productive | ||