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Unfruithful

Definition:

Unfruithful is an adjective that means lacking in fruitfulness or productivity.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(of a plant or tree) Failing to bear fruit or produce crops.

Example sentence:

The unfruithful apple tree in our backyard never blossomed into a fruitful harvest.

Sense 2:

(of a person or endeavor) Unproductive or failing to yield desired results.

Example sentence:

Despite his efforts, the writer's unfruithful attempts at creating a bestselling novel left him disappointed.

Sense 3:

Not conducive to or lacking in fertility or growth.

Example sentence:

The arid and unfruithful soil made it nearly impossible for crops to flourish in that region.

Sense 4:

(of an idea or plan) Not leading to successful outcomes or having little practical value.

Example sentence:

His unfruithful proposal was dismissed by the board due to its lack of practicality.