Synonyms of inefficiency

inefficiency

noun

as in inability

the lack of ability to do something or produce something without wasting materials, time, or energy

The candidate blamed her opponent for the local government's inefficiency.

Related Words

• inability
• incompetence
• incompetency
• ineffectiveness
• inefficacy
• insufficiency
• ineptitude
• ineffectuality
• ineffectualness
• incapacity
• impotence
• powerlessness
• incapability
• inadequacy
• inefficaciousness
• disqualification
• inaptitude

Dissimilar Words

• efficiency
• effectiveness
• efficaciousness
• effectualness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of inefficiency

These components introduce mechanical complexity and introduce inefficiencies, causing a loss of torque in mud, sand, or rubble. — New Atlas, 13 Sep. 2026

As chief administrative officer, the secretary-general cannot fix the Security Council or eliminate inefficiency. — Ian Johnstone, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2026

Critics counter that Italy’s longstanding problems, including weak productivity growth, low salaries and inefficiencies in public services, largely remain unresolved. — Silvia Stellacci, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Critics counter that Italy’s longstanding problems, including weak productivity growth, low salaries and inefficiencies in public services, remain largely unresolved. — ABC News, 4 Sep. 2026