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Synonyms & Similar Words
pointlessness
uselessness
ineffectiveness
ineffectuality
fruitlessness
hopelessness
despair
worthlessness
helplessness
powerlessness
impotence
inadequacy
insufficiency
inadequateness
inefficacy
unproductiveness
unprofitability
useless
futile
vain
unavailing
abortive
barren
sterile
unfruitful
unsuccessful
ineffective
inconsequential
insignificant
meaningless
purposeless
aimless
idle
empty
hollow
unfulfilling
Meaning of Futility
The primary meaning of the word "futility" refers to the quality of being ineffective or pointless.
Definitions
- The state or quality of being futile, ineffective, or pointless
- * Lack of effectiveness or purpose in something
Etymology of Futility
The word "futility" originates from the Latin "futilis," meaning "leaky" or "useless," which is derived from "fusus," meaning "spun" or "leaky," and the suffix "-ility," forming a noun indicating a state or quality
Historically, the term has been used to describe something that is ineffective, pointless, or lacks purpose, often implying a sense of despair or hopelessness
Example Uses
- The team's efforts to win the game were an exercise in futility, as they were vastly outskilled by their opponents
- * She felt a sense of futility in trying to change the system, as it seemed too entrenched and resistant to reform
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
productiveness
usefulness
effectiveness
efficacy
successfulness
profitability
fruitfulness
purposefulness
meaningfulness
significance
consequentialness
adequacy
sufficiency
potency
competence
capability
effectiveness
efficiency
productivity
usefulness
value
worth
merit
advantage
benefit