useless (of no use, not functional or practical): The information was totally useless to us. Without electricity, computers are useless. futile (having no effect or result; unsuccessful): The government made futile attempts to fight against corruption. to no avail (without result or success; for nothing): I searched everywhere to no avail. pointless (having no …
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try (to make an effort to do or achieve something): I tried to open the door, but it wouldn’t open. attempt (to make an effort to do or achieve something difficult): They attempt to eradicate poverty in this area. struggle (to make great efforts to do or achieve something): …
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schedule US (to arrange something to happen at a certain time): Our plane is scheduled to depart at 11:30. timetable UK (to arrange something to happen at a certain time): We have timetabled the meeting to begin at 2 p.m. fix (to arrange a time or date for something): …
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rate (a fixed amount of money that is paid or charged): The current rate for the job is $10 per hour. What is the interest rate on the loan? charge (an amount of money that you have to pay for something): Is there a charge for parking here? fee (money paid …
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polite (having good manners and respect for other people): He was very polite to us. [opposite: impolite, rude] civil (polite in a formal way but not friendly): Jane was civil to everybody. respectful (having or showing respect): She was very respectful towards my relatives. courteous formal (very polite and respectful): The …
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