vain (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /veɪn/
Definition
Having or showing an excessively high opinion of one's appearance, abilities, or worth.
Examples
She was too vain to wear a hat that would hide her new hairstyle.
He was a vain man, always boasting about his achievements.
Despite his success, he remained humble and not at all vain.
How to Use vain
- in vain (prepositional phrase)
- Without success or a useful result. — "He tried in vain to start the car."
- vain attempt (collocation)
- An effort that fails to achieve its intended purpose. — "Her vain attempt to hide her surprise was obvious."
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