vain

Definitions

Having or showing an excessively high opinion of one's appearance, abilities, or worth.

Producing no result; useless or futile.

Lacking substance or worth; empty.

Examples

He spent hours in front of the mirror, proving how vain he truly was.

All our efforts to save the old building were in vain.

She made a vain attempt to hide her disappointment behind a smile.

Synonyms

conceited narcissistic arrogant egotistical proud self-important boastful

Antonyms

humble modest unassuming self-effacing meek unpretentious diffident