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Meaning of 'ineffective' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Ineffective [ a.]
- Not effective; ineffectual; futile; inefficient; useless; as, an ineffective appeal.

Meaning of 'ineffective' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . ineffective [ a]
Meaning (1):
- not producing an intended effect
Example in sentence:
  • an ineffective teacher;
  • ineffective legislation
2 . ineffective [ s]
Meaning (2):
- lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate
Example in sentence:
  • an ineffective administration;
  • inefficient workers
Meaning (3):
- lacking in power or forcefulness
Example in sentence:
  • an ineffectual ruler;
  • like an unable phoenix in hot ashes

Nearby Words:

inearth inebriant inebriate inebriated inebriating inebriation inebriety inebrious inedited inee

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