Synonyms for futilely
- adverb
Most common
Definitions
- adv. 1
In a futile manner.
Near-synonyms: fruitlessly, pointlessly, to no avail, in vain
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| futilely | rising | |
| pointlessly | rising | |
| fruitlessly | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 11 letters
- pointlessly, fruitlessly3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (fruitlessly3 = 3 syllables).