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- [in-i-fek-choo-uh l]
- /ˌɪn ɪˈfɛk tʃu əl/
- /ˌɪn.ɪˈfek.tju.əl/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-i-fek-choo-uh l]
- /ˌɪn ɪˈfɛk tʃu əl/
Definitions of ineffectual word
- adjective ineffectual not effectual; without satisfactory or decisive effect: an ineffectual remedy. 1
- adjective ineffectual unavailing; futile: His efforts to sell the house were ineffectual. 1
- adjective ineffectual powerless; impotent. 1
- noun ineffectual Not producing any or the desired effect. 1
- adjective ineffectual useless, powerless 1
- adjective ineffectual If someone or something is ineffectual, they fail to do what they are expected to do or are trying to do. 0
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Origin of ineffectual
First appearance:
before 1375 One of the 22% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1375-1425; See origin at in-3, effectual
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Parts of speech for Ineffectual
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ineffectual popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 90% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for ineffectual
adj ineffectual
- unproductive — having the power of producing; generative; creative: a productive effort.
- inefficient — not efficient; unable to effect or achieve the desired result with reasonable economy of means.
- inadequate — not adequate or sufficient; inept or unsuitable.
- impotent — not potent; lacking power or ability.
- ineffective — not effective; not producing results; ineffectual: ineffective efforts; ineffective remedies.
adjective ineffectual
- incompetent — not competent; lacking qualification or ability; incapable: an incompetent candidate.
- indecisive — characterized by indecision, as persons; irresolute; undecided.
- feeble — physically weak, as from age or sickness; frail.
- unimpressive — having the ability to impress the mind; arousing admiration, awe, respect, etc.; moving; admirable: an impressive ceremony; an impressive appearance.
- unsuccessful — not achieving or not attended with success: an unsuccessful person; an unsuccessful venture.
Antonyms for ineffectual
adj ineffectual
- capable — If a person or thing is capable of doing something, they have the ability to do it.
- competent — Someone who is competent is efficient and effective.
- adequate — If something is adequate, there is enough of it or it is good enough to be used or accepted.
- sufficient — adequate for the purpose; enough: sufficient proof; sufficient protection.
- productive — having the power of producing; generative; creative: a productive effort.
adjective ineffectual
- enough — As much or as many as required.
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