Meaning & Definition of word "Vain"
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Vain
/veɪn/
adjective:
- 1. Having or showing an excessively high opinion of one's appearance, abilities, or worth.
- Example: She is so vain that she spends hours in front of the mirror.
- 2. Producing no result; useless.
- Example: His efforts to persuade her were in vain.
- 3. Lacking substance or value.
- Example: The argument he presented was just a vain attempt to distract from the main issue.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old French 'vain', from Latin 'vanus' which means empty.
Common Phrases and Expressions
in vain:
without success or a result
vain hope:
a hope that is unlikely to be fulfilled
vain glory:
excessive pride in one’s achievements
Related Words
vanity:
excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements
vainglorious:
boastful about one's achievements
vacuous:
having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence
Slang Meanings of vain
Meaning: A person who is overly concerned with their looks.
Example Sentence: She's such a vain, always taking selfies.
Meaning: Doing something with no chance of success.
Example Sentence: Trying to change his mind was a vain effort.