Dictionary Entry
ineffectual
ineffectual is a 11-letter English word with 4 senses as adjective in the JumbleFix dictionary. One common meaning is: Not producing the proper effect; without effect; inefficient; weak; useless; futile; unavailing; as, an ineffectual attempt; an ineffectual expedient. Face value is 19 in Scrabble and 23 in Words With Friends. Use the entries below when you need a playable sense, a nearby word, or another arrangement of the same letters.
11 letters · Scrabble 19 · Words With Friends 23 · 4 senses
Definitions
- 1adjective
Not producing the proper effect; without effect; inefficient; weak; useless; futile; unavailing; as, an ineffectual attempt; an ineffectual expedient.
- 2adjective
not producing an intended effect
"an ineffective teacher"
"ineffective legislation"
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- 3adjective
lacking in power or forcefulness
"an ineffectual ruler"
"like an unable phoenix in hot ashes"
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- 4adjective
producing no result or effect
"a futile effort"
"the therapy was ineffectual"
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