Definition ineffective in British English

ineffective adjective

adjective

/ˌɪnɪˈfektɪv/

something that is ineffective does not work correctly or does not do what you want it to do

Example

He dismissed the argument as ineffective.

Example

The policy has been largely ineffective in cutting crime.

Synonyms and related words

useless ineffective inefficient

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unable to do a job well

Example

an ineffective performer

Synonyms and related words

incompetent incapable awful

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