Fruitless

adjective
/ˈfruːt.ləs/

Meaning

unsuccessful; futile; pointless;

Example Sentences

After hours of searching, their efforts proved fruitless.

Synonyms

unsuccessful, futile, pointless, unproductive

Antonyms

fruitful, productive, successful, beneficial

Collocations

fruitless search, fruitless attempt, fruitless effort, fruitless endeavor

Related Vocabularies

Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others; arrogant and disdainful.
twisted or distorted in expression; showing dry, mocking humor
Used too often and therefore lacking originality or freshness.
Native and restricted to a certain place.
Having a spirit of friendliness; without serious disagreement or rancor.
Not simple or easy; requiring effort or significant thought.

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