In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase:

It is futile trying to make bricks without straw

  • A fertile
  • B important
  • C fragile
  • D vain
  • E bad

The correct answer is D. vain

The word "futile" means ineffective or pointless. In the given context, it suggests that trying to make bricks without a straw is a futile or pointless endeavour.

So, the nearest meaning to the underlined word "futile" in the given context is "vain."

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