inefficient

Word parts

in- + efficient

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌɪn.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

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Adjective

Positive inefficient

Comparative more inefficient

Superlative most inefficient

1. If someone or something is inefficient, it is not efficient.

   The government is looking for the replacement of these inefficient 30-year old trains.

   John is so inefficient, Tim already completed 3 essays but he's still on his first.