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English adjective: vain | |||
| 1. | vain characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance | ||
| Samples | A conceited fool. An attitude of self-conceited arrogance. An egotistical disregard of others. So swollen by victory that he was unfit for normal duty. Growing ever more swollen-headed and arbitrary. Vain about her clothes. | ||
| Synonyms | conceited, egotistic, egotistical, self-conceited, swollen, swollen-headed | ||
| Similar | proud | ||
| Antonyms | humble | ||
| 2. | vain unproductive of success | ||
| Samples | A fruitless search. Futile years after her artistic peak. A sleeveless errand. A vain attempt. | ||
| Synonyms | bootless, fruitless, futile, sleeveless | ||
| Similar | unproductive | ||
| Antonyms | productive | ||
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