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Translate files Inefficiency
/ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənsi/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The quality or state of being inefficient; lack of efficiency.
The company's inefficiency led to increased operational costs.
Wasteful or ineffective use of resources.
The inefficiency of the old machinery resulted in delays during production.
The inability to produce desired results with a minimum of effort or waste.
Studies have shown that inefficiency in public transportation can discourage people from using it.
A situation or condition where resources are not utilized to their full potential.
Addressing the inefficiency within the workflow improved overall productivity.
Etymology
From the prefix in- meaning 'not' and efficiency, derived from Latin 'efficientia'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
time inefficiency
A situation where time is not being used productively.
energy inefficiency
A state where energy is wasted rather than used effectively.
resource inefficiency
The ineffective use of resources leading to waste.
Related Words
efficiency
The ability to accomplish a task with minimal waste of time and resources.
effective
Being successful in producing a desired or intended result.
productivity
The effectiveness of productive effort, especially in industry.
Slang Meanings
Sluggishness in work or progress.
That project is all sluggishness; we need to find a way to speed it up.
Running in circles without getting results.
We're just going in circles on this project; total inefficiency.