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unavailing

 

[ ˌʌn.əˈveɪ.lɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

futile effort

Unavailing refers to something that is not producing the desired effect or result. It denotes a lack of success despite efforts made. When something is described as unavailing, it often suggests that attempts have been made but to no avail, indicating disappointment or frustration.

Synonyms

futile, ineffectual, pointless, useless

Examples of usage

  • His unavailing efforts to change her mind left him disheartened.
  • The negotiations proved unavailing, as neither side would compromise.
  • Despite their unavailing attempts to fix the situation, it only worsened.
  • Her unavailing plea for help went unnoticed.

Translations

Translations of the word "unavailing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 infrutífero

🇮🇳 अकारगर

🇩🇪 vergeblich

🇮🇩 tidak berhasil

🇺🇦 безрезультатний

🇵🇱 bezowocny

🇯🇵 無駄な

🇫🇷 inutile

🇪🇸 infructuoso

🇹🇷 boşuna

🇰🇷 헛된

🇸🇦 غير مجدي

🇨🇿 nepřinášející výsledky

🇸🇰 neúspešný

🇨🇳 无效的

🇸🇮 neuspešen

🇮🇸 óhagný

🇰🇿 тиімсіз

🇬🇪 უიღბლო

🇦🇿 nəticəsiz

🇲🇽 infructuoso

Word origin

The word 'unavailing' originates from the early 17th century, deriving from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not', and the Middle English word 'availe', which itself comes from the Old French 'avalier', meaning 'to be worth or useful'. Thus, 'unavailing' literally translates to 'not being worth or useful'. It has been used in literary and formal contexts to describe efforts, actions, or conditions that lack effectiveness. The term is often found in discussions of endeavors that are marked by a sense of futility, particularly in literature and rhetoric where the emotional weight of unfulfilled attempts is expressed.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,665, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.