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Definition inefficient in British English

inefficient adjective

adjective
/ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃ(ə)nt/
1

not working in the best possible way, especially by not using time, supplies, energy etc in the most effective way

Example

The administration was inefficient and corrupt.

Example

The tunnel has an inefficient ventilation system.

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Definition inefficient in British English