ineffectual

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnɪˈfɛktʃuəl/

Definition

Lacking the power or ability to produce the desired result or effect.

Examples

• The committee's ineffectual policies failed to address the growing crisis.

• He felt completely ineffectual as he watched the fire spread, unable to find a working extinguisher.

• Despite his loud protests, his efforts to change the company's direction remained entirely ineffectual.

Synonyms of ineffectual

Words with a similar meaning to ineffectual:

• weak
• useless
• ineffective
• futile
• impotent

Antonyms of ineffectual

Words with the opposite meaning to ineffectual:

• effective
• potent

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