ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Futilely

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈfju.təl.li/ · Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Futilely is an adverb meaning In a futile manner.

Meaning

In a futile manner.

Example Sentences

Near-synonyms: fruitlessly, pointlessly, to no avail, in vain
My fingers clawed futilely at the unyielding portal, while my eyes sought in vain for a duplicate of the button which had given us ingress.

Synonyms for futilely

Depending on context, synonyms include fruitlessly, pointlessly.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include unsuccessfully, pointlessly, unnecessarily, needlessly, abortively, fruitlessly.

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