Inefficiency

Pronunciation: /ɪˈnɛfɪʃənsi/

Definitions of inefficiency

noun lack of efficiency or effectiveness; incompetence

Example Sentences

A1 The inefficiency of the old system caused delays.

A2 The inefficiency of the team's communication led to misunderstandings.

B1 The inefficiency of the company's processes resulted in decreased productivity.

B2 The inefficiency of the government's policies was evident in the lack of progress.

C1 The inefficiency of the organization's leadership was a major obstacle to success.

C2 The inefficiency of the system was so pronounced that a complete overhaul was necessary.

Examples of inefficiency in a Sentence

formal The inefficiency of the current system has led to a decrease in productivity.

informal The inefficiency of this process is really slowing us down.

slang Man, the inefficiency of this whole setup is killing me.

figurative The inefficiency in communication is like a roadblock to progress.

Grammatical Forms of inefficiency

• plural: inefficiencies
• comparative: more inefficient
• superlative: most inefficient
• present tense: inefficient
• future tense: will be inefficient
• perfect tense: has been inefficient
• continuous tense: is being inefficient
• singular: inefficiency
• positive degree: inefficient
• infinitive: to be inefficient
• gerund: inefficiency
• participle: inefficient

Origin and Evolution of inefficiency

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'inefficiency' originated from the Latin word 'inefficiens' which means 'not producing the desired effect'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'inefficiency' has evolved to encompass the idea of not being effective or productive in achieving a certain goal or outcome.