inefficiency
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noun \ˌi-nə-ˈfi-shən(t)-sē\ plural in·ef·fi·cien·cies
Definition of INEFFICIENCY
1
: the quality or state of being inefficient
2
: something that is inefficient
See Examples of INEFFICIENCY
- The candidate blamed her opponent for the local government's inefficiency.
- She claims that money can be saved by reducing inefficiencies.
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