vaine

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vaine

Noun

A popular term used to describe someone who is excessively concerned with their appearance and superficial qualities.

Example sentence: Mary is such a vaine, she spends hours in front of the mirror every day.

Adjective

1. Referring to something that is futile, useless, or without purpose.

Example sentence: All his efforts were in vaine, as he failed to achieve his goals.

2. Describing someone who is excessively proud or self-centered.

Example sentence: His vaine personality made it difficult for him to maintain healthy relationships.

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Verb

To attempt or strive in a futile or useless manner.

Example sentence: Despite knowing the outcome, he vained to convince her otherwise.

Adverb

Describing an action done with futility or uselessness.

Example sentence: He worked vainly to fix the broken machine.