Related Definitions
[adj] failing to accomplish an intended result; "an abortive revolt"; "a stillborn plot to assassinate the President"
[adj] not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome
Synonyms
abortive, attempted, defeated, disappointed, discomfited, done for(p), down-and-out, empty-handed, failed, failing, foiled, frustrated, goalless, hitless, losing(a), no-win, out(a), ruined, scoreless, self-defeating, stillborn, sunk, thwarted, undone, unf