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futilely Synonyms & Antonyms

/ˈfju.təl.li/

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Futilely as an Adverb

1

In a futile manner.

Word Forms & Grammar

futilely (comparative more futilely, superlative most futilely)

Words That Rhyme With Futilely

brutallysnootilybrutal heruta leeutile e

Origin of Futilely

From futile + -ly.

Futilely at a Glance

Part of speechadverb
Pronunciation/ˈfju.təl.li/
Syllables3
MeaningIn a futile manner
Comparative / superlativemore futilely, most futilely

How to Pronounce Futilely

The standard pronunciation of futilely is /ˈfju.təl.li/, spoken in 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (fju).