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/ˈfjuːtɪli/ · fu·ti·le
adverb
  1. In a futile manner; without success or effectiveness. She tried to fix the broken machine futilely, but it just wouldn't work.
  2. In a way that is useless or unproductive. He spent his day futilely browsing social media, accomplishing nothing of value.
Did you know? The word 'futilely' is often used to describe actions or efforts that are ultimately unsuccessful or unproductive, but it can also be used to highlight the futility of a situation or the pointlessness of a task.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 17, 2026