Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spit-in-the-wind
idiom
spɪt ɪn ðə wɪnd
Definition
An act that is futile or pointless, often used to describe efforts that have no effect or significance.
Examples
- Arguing with him is like spitting in the wind; it won’t change his mind.
- Trying to persuade her to stay was just spitting in the wind.
Meaning
The phrase means doing something that will not achieve any real or meaningful result, akin to wasting time or resources.
Synonyms
- futile
- pointless
- in vain
- ineffective
