futile
//ˈfjuːtaɪl//
Adjective
futileCanonical form
more futileComparative
most futileSuperlative
1
Incapable of producing any useful result; pointless or ineffective.
It was futile to try to convince him to change his mind.
2
Having no chance of success; hopeless.
It was a futile attempt to save the sinking ship.