GRE Word List

FUTILE

serving no useful purpose : completely ineffective

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

Random words

WordMeaning
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
impudencethe quality or state of being impudent
shackhut
concoctto prepare by combining raw materials
skinflinta person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser
ratifyto approve and sanction formally : confirm
velocityquickness of motion : speed
mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged