Meaning & Definition of Ineffectual in English
English⟶
Ineffectual
/ɪnəfɛkʧuəl/
adjective
1. Not producing an intended effect
- "An ineffective teacher"
- "Ineffective legislation"
synonym:
- ineffective,
- uneffective,
- ineffectual
2. Producing no result or effect
- "A futile effort"
- "The therapy was ineffectual"
- "An otiose undertaking"
- "An unavailing attempt"
synonym:
- futile,
- ineffectual,
- otiose,
- unavailing
3. Lacking in power or forcefulness
- "An ineffectual ruler"
- "Like an unable phoenix in hot ashes"
synonym:
- ineffective,
- ineffectual,
- unable