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vainness

/ˈveɪn.nəs/
vain · ness
Adverb:vainly
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Adjective:vain
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• noun

1

The quality or state of having excessive pride in or admiration of one's own appearance, abilities, or achievements; vanity.

Example

"His constant need for praise revealed a deep-seated vainness that alienated his colleagues."

2

The quality or state of being futile, useless, or lacking real value or significance; emptiness.

Example

"The philosopher wrote extensively on the vainness of pursuing purely material wealth."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In contemporary English, "vanity" is overwhelmingly preferred over "vainness" for both excessive pride and futility.

• Rhymes for vainness

• Nearby Words

vaigai
vain
vainly
vainness
vajrai
vakhsh
valance

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vainness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vainness
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