Futilest: meaning, definitions and examples
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futilest
[ ˈfjuːtɪlɪst ]
lack of purpose
Futilest is the superlative form of futil, meaning having no practical use or value. It describes something that is not only useless but the most useless in comparison to others. This term is often used in discussions about actions or efforts that are deemed to be completely unproductive or meaningless. The word conveys a strong sense of futility and hopelessness, emphasizing the idea that no benefit can be derived from such actions.
Synonyms
fruitless, pointless, useless, vain.
Examples of usage
- His futilest attempts to change her mind were all in vain.
- The futilest discussions in the meeting made everyone lose interest.
- She realized her futilest worries were pointless in the grand scheme of things.
Translations
Translations of the word "futilest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 fútil
🇮🇳 निरर्थक
🇩🇪 vergeblich
🇮🇩 sia-sia
🇺🇦 марний
🇵🇱 nieistotny
🇯🇵 無駄な
🇫🇷 futile
🇪🇸 fútil
🇹🇷 faydasız
🇰🇷 헛된
🇸🇦 عبث
🇨🇿 marný
🇸🇰 zbytočný
🇨🇳 徒劳的
🇸🇮 neuporabno
🇮🇸 óhóf
🇰🇿 пайдасыз
🇬🇪 უარყოფითი
🇦🇿 nəticəsiz
🇲🇽 inútil
Etymology
The word 'futilest' is derived from the adjective 'futile', which enters English in the early 17th century from the Latin word 'futilis', meaning 'leaky', 'useless', or 'worthless'. This Latin term itself comes from 'fundere' which means 'to pour'. Over time, the meaning broadened in English to describe efforts or actions that yield no productive outcome. The superlative form 'futilest' emerged as a way to express the highest degree of uselessness, solidifying its use in literary and colloquial contexts. Its semantic development reflects a growing recognition of the value of effort and meaningful actions in contrast to those deemed entirely ineffective.