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Vain describes someone or something without value, without force or who is conceited. (adjective)
- An example of vain is a promise that someone doesn't intend to keep.
- An example of vain is an attempt to prune a bush only to have it removed the following day.
- An example of vain is a person who constantly talks about how good looking they are.
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