This meaning describes a person who cares a lot about how they look or thinks they are very important. It often has a negative feeling because it means someone is too proud.
She is very vain about her hair.
He is vain and loves to show off.
This meaning is used when something does not work or does not give the result you want. It shows there is no value or success.
All his efforts were in vain.
It is vain to try that again.
This meaning describes people who act as if they are very important, sometimes without good reason. It often has a strong negative meaning.
He gave a vain speech full of pride.
Her vain attitude annoyed people.
This meaning is used when a plan, effort, or attempt does not work and does not achieve the goal. It is often used with verbs like try or attempt.
Their search was vain and found nothing.
It was a vain attempt to fix the car.
This meaning describes something that seems important or strong but actually has no true value or meaning inside. Often used in literature or deep emotional talks.
His words were vain and showed no care.
She felt a vain sadness inside her heart.
This meaning describes someone who cares too much about how they look or showing their achievements. It can mean the person spends too much time on themselves and not others.
She looks vain in her new dress.
He is vain and checks mirror often.
