unefficient

ef·fi·cient

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ih-fish-uh nt]
- /ɪˈfɪʃ ənt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ih-fish-uh nt]
- /ɪˈfɪʃ ənt/

Definitions of unefficient word

adjective unefficient performing or functioning in the best possible manner with the least waste of time and effort; having and using requisite knowledge, skill, and industry; competent; capable: a reliable, efficient assistant. 1
adjective unefficient satisfactory and economical to use: Our new air conditioner is more efficient than our old one. 1
adjective unefficient producing an effect, as a cause; causative. 1
adjective unefficient utilizing a particular commodity or product with the least waste of resources or effort (usually used in combination): a fuel-efficient engine. 1

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Origin of unefficient

First appearance:

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English (< Middle French) < Latin efficient- (stem of efficiēns), equivalent to ef- ef- + fic-, combining form of facere to make, do1 + -ent- -ent

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Parts of speech for Unefficient

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unefficient popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 67% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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