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Meaning of futilely
The primary meaning of the word "futilely" is to do something with no real purpose or effect.
Etymology of futilely
The word "futilely" originates from the Old French word "futile", which is derived from the Latin word "futilis", meaning "leaky" or "useless", and the suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb
Historically, the word has been used to describe actions or efforts that are ineffective or unsuccessful
Synonyms
uselessly
ineffectively
unproductively
vainly
pointlessly
fruitlessly
hopelessly
helplessly
idly
emptily
hollowly
meaningless
aimlessly
groundlessly
baselessly
unrealistically
unreasonably
irrationally
foolishly
senselessly
recklessly
imprudently
unwisely
impractically
ineptly
inaptly
inadequately
incompetently
ineffectually
unavailingly
bootlessly
unprofitably
Definitions
- In a way that has no real purpose or effect
- * To no avail, or without success
Usage Examples
- They tried to fix the broken machine futilely for hours before calling a professional
- * The firefighters worked futilely to put out the massive wildfire
- * She struggled futilely to open the stubborn jar
Antonyms
effectively
successfully
productively
usefully
practically
wisely
reasonably
rationally
sensibly
efficiently
competently
adeptly
skillfully
proficiently
admirably
excellently
remarkably
impressively
convincingly
persuasively
credibly
plausibly
believably
reliably
dependably
trustworthily