Ineffective
/ˌɪn.ɪˈfɛk.tɪv/ adj
adj ·Moderate ·High school level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Not having the desired effect; ineffectual; otiose.
- 2 Lacking in ability; incompetent or inadequate.
"Fire ants circumvented the problem of an ineffective sting by having an unusual and highly effective venom that when daubed or sprayed on other ants penetrates their waxy protective integumental barrier and kills or disables them."
Adjective
- 1 lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate wordnet
- 2 not producing an intended effect wordnet
- 3 lacking in power or forcefulness wordnet
Example
More examples"The 5% topical solution was ineffective at reducing eczema outbreaks."
Etymology
From in- + effective.