English Dictionary
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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