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Fruitlessly - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Fruitlessly means without success or a desired result, often involving effort that leads to nothing. It describes actions or attempts that are unproductive or ineffective despite time or energy spent.

fruitlessly

/ˈfruːtləsli/ /ˈfruːtləsli/

Definition:

Without success or result; in a futile or unproductive manner.

Synonyms:

vainly, unsuccessfully, pointlessly, ineffectively

Part of Speech:

adverb

Antonyms:

successfully, fruitfully, effectively

Common Collocations:

search fruitlessly, work fruitlessly, argue fruitlessly, struggle fruitlessly

Derivatives:

fruitless, fruitlessness

Usage Tips:

Use "fruitlessly" to describe actions that achieve nothing despite effort, often with a tone of frustration or disappointment.

Common Phrases:

chase fruitlessly after dreams, labor fruitlessly for years

Etymology:

Derived from "fruitless" (late Middle English), meaning "unproductive," combined with the adverbial suffix "-ly."

Examples:

  • 1. She searched fruitlessly for her lost keys all morning.
  • 2. He argued fruitlessly with his stubborn friend about the decision.
  • 3. The team worked fruitlessly to meet the impossible deadline.
  • 4. They hunted fruitlessly for the rare bird in the forest.

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