Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fruitless
Adjective
/ˈfruːt.ləs/
Definition
Unproductive or unsuccessful; yielding no positive results.
Examples
- His attempts to fix the car were fruitless, and he had to call for professional help.
- After a fruitless search for the missing keys, she decided to retrace her steps.
Meaning
The term ‘fruitless’ refers to efforts or actions that do not lead to desired outcomes.
Synonyms
- Unproductive
- Futile
- Ineffective
- Vain
- Unsuccessful