ineffective

Word parts

in- + effective

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌɪn.ɪˈfɛk.tɪv/ or /ˌɪn.əˈfɛk.tɪv/
• (AU) IPA ^(key): /ˌɪn.əˈfek.tɪv/

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Adjective

Positive ineffective

Comparative more ineffective

Superlative most ineffective

1. If something is ineffective, it does not work well or as planned.
   • Synonyms: useless and unsuccessful
   • Antonym: effective

   Having ineffective teachers damages students.

Related words

• effect
• effective
• ineffectiveness