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inefficient
adjective
lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate
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ˌɪn.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt
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adjective
lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate
“an ineffective administration”
adjective
not producing desired results; wasteful
“an inefficient campaign against drugs”
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an ineffective administration
inefficient workers
an inefficient campaign against drugs
outdated and inefficient design and methods
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