Futility
/ˈfjuːtɪlɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The state or quality of having no useful result; pointlessness.
The court dismissed the motion due to its futility.
Commentary
Often used to describe legal actions unlikely to succeed, informing strategic decisions.
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