Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.
The attempt by the robbers to break into the bank was futile.
- successful
- expensive
- hostile
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fruitless
The correct answer is: D
Explanation
The word "futile" means something that is pointless or without success. The nearest meaning to futile is fruitless, which also means producing no results or being unsuccessful.
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