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Meaning of vain

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

vain

Pronunciation:/veɪn/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Overly proud of oneself, especially concerning appearance; having a high opinion of one's own accomplishments with slight reason.

  2. Having no real substance, value, or importance; empty; void; worthless; unsatisfying.

  3. Effecting no purpose; pointless, futile.

    Example: vain toil;  a vain attempt

  4. Showy; ostentatious.