CEFR B2

inefficiency

noun

Meaning

The state of not achieving maximum productivity; the failure to make the best use of time, money, or resources.

Examples

The company's outdated software led to significant inefficiency in data processing.
Government reports often highlight the inefficiency of public services, calling for reforms.

Synonyms: wastefulness, futility, unproductiveness, slackness

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inefficiency (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənsi/

Definition

The state of not achieving maximum productivity; the failure to make the best use of time, money, or resources.

Examples

The company's outdated software led to significant inefficiency in data processing.
Government reports often highlight the inefficiency of public services, calling for reforms.
Reducing energy inefficiency in homes can lead to lower utility bills and a smaller carbon footprint.

How to Use inefficiency

inefficiency in (prepositional phrase): Lack of efficiency within a particular area or system. — "There is a clear inefficiency in the current scheduling system."
source of inefficiency (collocation): The origin or cause of a lack of efficiency. — "Outdated equipment was identified as a major source of inefficiency."
economic inefficiency (collocation): A situation where resources are not allocated optimally, leading to waste. — "Monopolies can often lead to economic inefficiency due to lack of competition."

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