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vainly | unsuccessful |

As an adverb vainly

is in a vain manner; to no avail.

As an adjective unsuccessful is

failed, not successful.

vainly

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In a vain manner; to no avail.

    • Synonyms

    * in vain

    unsuccessful

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Failed, not successful.
    • His unsuccessful attempt earned him sympathy, condolences...and an occasional good-natured ribbing.

    Antonyms

    * successful

    Derived terms

    * unsuccessfully * unsuccessfulness