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
engagingtending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
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brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
touchstonea fundamental or quintessential part or feature : basis
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broachbrooch
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