Ineffective

/ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having no influence or power.

His arguments were deemed ineffective in persuading the committee.

Not producing any significant or desired effect.

The new policy proved to be ineffective in reducing traffic congestion.

Lacking the ability or capacity to do something successfully.

Her ineffective management style led to low morale among the employees.

Not having a productive outcome; failing to achieve the intended result.

The medication was ineffective in treating her symptoms.

From the Latin 'ineffectivus', meaning 'not producing effect'.

ineffective communication

communication that fails to convey the intended message.

ineffective leadership

leadership that does not achieve goals or inspire others.

ineffectual

lacking the ability or qualities to deal with a situation.

unproductive

not producing or able to produce large amounts of goods, crops, or other commodities.

not working well

That plan is totally ineffective, man.

not hitting the mark

Her complaints were just ineffective noise.