Synonyms: vain, fruitless, futile, bootless, sleeveless
Definition: unproductive of success
Usage: a fruitless search; futile years after her artistic peak; a sleeveless errand; a vain attempt
Similar words: unproductive
Definition: not producing or capable of producing
Usage: elimination of high-cost or unproductive industries
Synonyms: self-conceited, vain, conceited, egotistic, egotistical, swollen, swollen-headed
Definition: characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
Usage: a conceited fool; an attitude of self-conceited arrogance; an egotistical disregard of others; so swollen by victory that he was unfit for normal duty; growing ever more swollen-headed and arbitrary; vain about her clothes
Similar words: proud
Definition: feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride
Usage: proud parents; proud of his accomplishments; a proud moment; proud to serve his country; a proud name; proud princes