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
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
purveyorone that purveys
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
plumbera dealer or worker in lead
supplicateto make a humble entreaty
blisscomplete happiness
limpto walk lamely
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
incubateto sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body