Ineffective

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɛfɪktɪv/

Definitions of ineffective

adjective describing something that does not produce the desired or intended result

Example Sentences

A1 Using a broken pencil is ineffective for writing.

A2 The student's ineffective study habits led to poor grades.

B1 The new marketing strategy proved to be ineffective in increasing sales.

B2 The company's ineffective management resulted in a loss of profits.

C1 The government's ineffective policies have caused social unrest.

C2 The CEO was criticized for his ineffective leadership during the crisis.

Examples of ineffective in a Sentence

formal The new marketing strategy proved to be ineffective in increasing sales.

informal Using that old computer is so ineffective, it's time for an upgrade.

slang Trying to study for the test last minute was totally ineffective.

figurative His attempts to win her back were as ineffective as trying to stop a tidal wave with a bucket.

Grammatical Forms of ineffective

• past tense: ineffectively
• plural: ineffectives
• comparative: less effective
• superlative: least effective
• present tense: ineffective
• future tense: will be ineffective
• perfect tense: has been ineffective
• continuous tense: is being ineffective
• singular: ineffective
• positive degree: effective
• infinitive: to be ineffective
• gerund: ineffectiveness
• participle: ineffecting

Origin and Evolution of ineffective

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ineffective' originated from the Latin word 'ineffectivus', which is derived from the combination of 'in-' (meaning 'not') and 'effectivus' (meaning 'effective').

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'ineffective' has retained its original meaning of not producing the desired effect or result. It has also been used in various contexts to describe things or actions that are inefficient or unproductive.