ineffectual

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ineffectual

(adjective)

Meaning

not producing desired effect

Example

"Despite her efforts, the plan proved to be ineffectual in solving the issue."

Synonyms

ineffectiveuselessunproductive

Antonyms

effectivecapableefficient

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'ineffectualis', meaning not bringing about.
Related word forms
  • noun: ineffectuality
  • adverb: ineffectually