Noneffective

adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun

1
A member of the military who is unable to assume active duty.

Adjective

1
Not effective. not-comparable
"The game strategy he pursued was noneffective, and he was beaten soundly."
2
Not able to assume active duty. not-comparable
"After his injury, he was declared noneffective and given a medical discharge."

Synonyms

impotent impotent ineffective lacking powerless

Example

"The game strategy he pursued was noneffective, and he was beaten soundly."

Etymology

From non- + effective.

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