vainly
US /ˈveɪn.li/
UK /ˈveɪn.li/
副词
1.
徒劳地, 白费力气地
without success; uselessly
示例:
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He tried vainly to open the locked door.
他徒劳地试图打开那扇锁着的门。
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They searched vainly for the lost treasure.
他们徒劳地寻找失落的宝藏。
2.
自负地, 虚荣地
with excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements; conceitedly
示例:
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She gazed vainly at her reflection in the mirror.
她自负地凝视着镜中的自己。
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He spoke vainly of his past accomplishments.
他自负地谈论着自己过去的成就。