Synonyms for Was vain:
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v.
• fail
- abort
, - back wrong horse
, - backslide
, - be defeated
, - be demoted
, - be found lacking
, - be in vain
, - be ruined
, - blunder
, - break down
, - come to naught
, - come to nothing
, - decline
, - deteriorate
, - fall
, - fall flat
, - fall short
, - fall through
, - fizzle
, - flop
, - flounder
, - fold
, - founder
, - go astray
, - go down
, - go down swinging
, - go downhill
, - go up in smoke
, - go wrong
, - hit bottom
, - hit the skids
, - lose control
, - lose out
, - lose status
, - meet with disaster
, - miscarry
, - miss
, - miss the boat
, - play into
, - run aground
, - slip
, - turn out badly
.
• grandstand
- be ostentatious
, - be vain
, - flaunt it
, - hot dog
, - parade
, - play to the crowd
, - prance
, - put on airs
, - showboat
, - strut
, - swagger
.
• miscarry
What are the hypernyms for Was vain?
A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
What are the opposite words for was vain?
The word "vain" means having excessive pride in oneself or one's appearance. Some antonyms for "was vain" would be "humble," "modest," "selfless," "self-effacing," and "unpretentious." A person who is humble does not boast about their achievements or appearance and recognizes their limitations. Modest people downplay their achievements and do not seek undue attention or praise. Selfless individuals prioritize the needs and well-being of others over their own desires. Those who are self-effacing are not concerned with drawing attention to themselves and may even make self-deprecating comments. Finally, unpretentious individuals are not showy or ostentatious and do not seek to impress others.
What are the antonyms for Was vain?
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v.
• fail
- accomplish
, - achieve
, - ascend
, - build
, - capture
, - complete
, - correct
, - deliver
, - develop
, - do well
, - earn
, - finish
, - gain
, - go up
, - merit
, - obtain
, - procure
, - prosper
, - reach
, - rise
, - succeed
, - win
.
• miscarry
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