SAT Word of the Day: Avail
Have you ever tried and tried and tried... And still failed? Then you've done something "to no avail."
ℹ️ Part of speech of avail
avail can be both a VERB and a NOUN (non-count)
🗣️ Pronunciation of avail
avail is pronounced /ə.ˈveɪl/ or uh-VAYL.
📚️ Definition of avail
As a verb: To be of use or benefit; to take advantage of something. Example: to avail oneself of an opportunity
As a noun: Use, benefit, or advantage (usually in negative constructions). Example: of no avail
🌟 Common Phrases
to no avail
of little avail
avail oneself of (something)
📰 Examples
Here are some examples of avail in usage:
Despite trying every password combination she could think of, Zazie's efforts were to no avail.
Reb wisely availed himself of the free tutoring services at the library.