Definition of INEFFECTIVE

ineffective

Adjective

  • not producing an intended effect
    • "an ineffective teacher"
    • "ineffective legislation"

Adjective Satellite

  • lacking in power or forcefulness
  • lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate
    • "an ineffective administration"

Adj

  • Not having the desired effect; ineffectual; otiose.
  • Lacking in ability; incompetent or inadequate.

Origin / Etymology

From in- + effective.

Antonyms

effective

Scrabble Score: 22

ineffective: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
ineffective: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
ineffective: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 25

ineffective: valid Words With Friends Word