ineffectual

in·ef·fec·tu·al

adj
\ˌi-nə-ˈfek-chə(-wə)l, -ˈfeksh-wəl\

Definition of INEFFECTUAL

1

: not producing the proper or intended effect : futile

2

: ineffective 2

— in·ef·fec·tu·al·i·ty\-ˌfek-chə-ˈwa-lə-tē\ noun

— in·ef·fec·tu·al·ly\-ˈfek-chə(-wə)-lē, -ˈfek-shwə-\ adverb

— in·ef·fec·tu·al·ness noun

Examples of INEFFECTUAL

1. <an ineffectual effort to find the trail again did at least lead them to another stunning view of the canyon>
2. <another ineffectual plan to lose weight without dieting or exercising>

First Known Use of INEFFECTUAL

15th century

Related to INEFFECTUAL

Synonyms: counterproductive, feckless, hamstrung, ineffective, inefficacious, inefficient, inexpedient

Antonyms: effective, effectual, efficacious, efficient, expedient, operant, ultraefficient

Related Words: abortive, bootless, fruitless, futile, nonproductive, pointless, profitless, unavailing, unproductive, unprofitable, unsuccessful, useless, worthless

Near Antonyms: availing, beneficial, helpful, productive, profitable, successful, useful, worthwhile

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Rhymes with INEFFECTUAL

intellectual