Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-vain
phrase
/ɪn veɪn/
Definition
Without success or a result; in a way that produces no desired outcome.
Examples
- She tried to convince him to stay, but her efforts were in vain.
- They searched for the lost dog in vain all afternoon.
- His in-vain attempts to fix the car only made things worse.
Meaning
The term ‘in-vain’ is used to describe actions that are done without achieving the intended effect. It often implies a sense of futility or disappointment.
Synonyms
- futile
- pointless
- ineffectual
- fruitless
