1. plural of bootlessness; the quality or state of being bootless (futile, useless, or without benefit)
Usage: formal; abstract noun; rarely used in plural form

Examples

• The bootlessnesses of their repeated attempts to fix the broken machine became apparent after weeks of failure.
• She grew tired of the bootlessnesses inherent in arguing with someone who refused to listen.
• The bootlessnesses of the old policies were finally acknowledged by the administration.
• Despite the bootlessnesses of past efforts, the team remained determined to succeed.