fruitless
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B2
/ˈfruːtləs/
without results
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fruitless' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'fruitles,' where 'fruit' meant 'produce' and '-less' meant 'without.'
Historical Evolution
'fruitles' changed from Middle English word 'fruitles' and eventually became the modern English word 'fruitless'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without produce,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unproductive or futile.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
producing no useful result; unproductive or futile.
Their efforts to negotiate a peace settlement were fruitless.
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