vain
英 [ve?n]
美[ven]
- adj. 徒劳的；自负的；无结果的；无用的
词组搭配
take someone's name in vain
use someone's name in a way that shows a lack of respect
轻慢谈到，随便议论
in vain
To no avail; without success
徒劳：毫无收益的；未成功
Our labor was in vain.
我们的劳动是白费力气
In an irreverent or disrespectful manner
抱以轻漫不敬的态度
took the name of the Lord in vain.
妄称上帝之名