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/veɪn/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Having or showing an excessively high opinion of one's appearance, abilities, or worth.
She is so vain that she spends hours in front of the mirror.
Producing no result; useless.
His efforts to persuade her were in vain.
Lacking substance or value.
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
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Slang Meanings
A person who is overly concerned with their looks.
She's such a vain, always taking selfies.
Doing something with no chance of success.
Trying to change his mind was a vain effort.