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
resilientcharacterized or marked by resilience: such as
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
requisiteneeded for a particular purpose : essential
callowlacking adult sophistication : immature
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
preamblean introductory statement
monochromea painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue
stumpthe basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity