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Kane159 Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Vain vs. futile

Hi,

what is the difference between vain and futile, please?
I know we can say "vain / futile attempt", but I can't tell the difference between these two...
Thank you in advance!
  

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They both mean the same thing in that context - ineffectual, serving no purpose. vain also has another meaning that futile does not - self-centered, conceited, excessively proud. CJ

— CalifJim

  • They both mean the same thing in that context - ineffectual, serving no purpose.
  • vain also has another meaning that futile does not - self-centered, conceited, excessively proud.
  • CJ
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They both mean the same thing in that context - ineffectual, serving no purpose.

vain also has another meaning that futile does not - self-centered, conceited, excessively proud.

CJ
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