GRE Word List

FUTILE

serving no useful purpose : completely ineffective

The meaning of the word futile is serving no useful purpose : completely ineffective.

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WordMeaning
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
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commonplacecommonly found or seen : ordinary
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carafea bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine
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preyan animal taken by a predator as food
retiringreserved