What is the meaning of ineffective?

Not producing an intended effect.
- usage: "an ineffective teacher"; "ineffective legislation"
- synonyms: uneffective, ineffectual
Lacking in power or forcefulness.
- usage: "an ineffectual ruler"; "like an unable phoenix in hot ashes"
- synonyms: ineffectual, unable
Lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate.
- usage: "an ineffective administration"; "inefficient workers"
- synonyms: inefficient

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APA	WordNet. (2010). ineffective. Retrieved September 22, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/ineffective/definitions/1176500
Chicago	WordNet. 2010. "ineffective" http://smartdefine.org/ineffective/definitions/1176500 (accessed September 22, 2026).
Harvard	WordNet 2010, ineffective, Smart Define, viewed 22 September, 2026, <http://smartdefine.org/ineffective/definitions/1176500>.
MLA	WordNet. "ineffective" 23 October 2010. Web. 22 September 2026. <http://smartdefine.org/ineffective/definitions/1176500>

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