noun
- the quality of being pointless or useless; lack of effectiveness or success
Examples
- She recognized the futility of arguing with him when he was in that mood.
- The futility of the rescue mission became apparent as the storm worsened.
- He felt overwhelmed by the futility of trying to change the system alone.
- The coach emphasized the futility of giving up before the game was over.
- Despite the futility of her efforts, she continued working on the project.
- The futility of war became clear to the soldiers after months of fighting.