1. a person who believes that human striving is futile
Usage: rare; philosophical

1. relating to or characterized by the belief that human effort is pointless
Usage: rare; philosophical

Examples

• The philosopher’s futilitarian outlook made him question all human endeavors.
• Her futilitarian beliefs led her to abandon her ambitious career plans.
• The novel presents a futilitarian view of modern society.
• His futilitarian attitude frustrated his more hopeful colleagues.
• The critic dismissed the work as merely futilitarian philosophy.
• She rejected the futilitarian notion that progress is impossible.