Word of the DayNovember 13, 2018

forlorn

Definition

describing an aim that is unlikely to be achieved

Example Usage

the teacher rang the bell in a forlorn attempt to silence the chatter in the assembly

Synonyms

  • pointless
  • futile
  • hopeless
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