Meaning of the word unfruitful in English

What does unfruitful mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

unfruitful

US /ʌnˈfruːt.fəl/
UK /ʌnˈfruːt.fəl/
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Adjective

1.

not producing good or useful results; unsuccessful

Example:
The negotiations were unfruitful and ended without an agreement.
After an unfruitful search, they decided to give up.
2.

(of land or a plant) not producing fruit or crops

Example:
The soil was sandy and unfruitful.
The old apple tree has become unfruitful over the years.