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01
svartsjukt självsäker, förmärkt
taking great pride in one's abilities, appearance, etc.
Example
Despite his lack of talent, he was vain enough to believe he was the best singer in the group.
The actress 's vain behavior made it difficult for her co-stars to work with her.
He was so vain about his physical appearance that he refused to leave the house without perfect grooming.
02
förgäves, meningslös
not producing any successful outcome
Example
She made a vain effort to change his mind, but he was already determined.
The vain struggle to save the old building was ultimately unsuccessful.
Their vain bid to win the contract ended in disappointment.
