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ineffectual

adjective

Not producing an intended effect

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Word Facts

Word length
11
Starts with
I
Ends with
L
Contains
NE
Scrabble score
19
CEFR level
A2

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adjective

  1. Not producing an intended effect

    “An ineffective teacher”

adjective

  1. Lacking in power or forcefulness

    “An ineffectual ruler”

adjective

  1. Producing no result or effect

    “A futile effort”

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Example Sentences

An ineffective teacher
Ineffective legislation
An ineffectual ruler
Like an unable phoenix in hot ashes
A futile effort
The therapy was ineffectual
An otiose undertaking
An unavailing attempt

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