Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vainly
adverb
/ˈveɪnli/
Definition
In a manner that shows excessive pride in oneself or one’s achievements; without success or result.
Examples
- She tried vainly to convince her friends to join her on the hike.
- He vainly sought validation from those who did not appreciate his talents.
Meaning
Vainly refers to doing something with a sense of futility or without any real outcome, often associated with having an inflated sense of self-worth.
Synonyms
- futilely
- pointlessly
- unsuccessfully
