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ineffectual
(,/I/n/I/'f/E/k/tS//u//@/l )

adjective (a)

  • not producing an intended effect(adj.all)
    Synonym:
    ineffective, uneffective
    Antonym:
    effective, effectual, efficacious
    source: wordnet30
  • Not producing the proper effect; without effect; inefficient; weak; useless; futile; unavailing; as, an ineffectual attempt; an ineffectual expedient.(adjective)
    source: webster1913

adjective satellite (s)

  • producing no result or effect(adj.all)
    Example:
    The therapy was ineffectual.
    Synonym:
    futile, otiose, unavailing
    source: wordnet30
  • lacking in power or forcefulness(adj.all)
    Example:
    An ineffectual ruler.
    Synonym:
    ineffective, unable
    source: wordnet30
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