Meaning
That which is vain, futile, or worthless; that which is of no value, use or profit.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From va(i)n + -ity, from Middle English vanite, from Old French vanité, from Latin vānitas, from vānus, whence English vain. Doublet of vanitas.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Antonyms
humility
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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