inefficient

Words with a similar base: inefficient

'inefficient'

[inefficient.a.01] as in: not producing desired results; wasteful

Examples:
an inefficient campaign against drugs
outdated and inefficient design and methods

'inefficient'

[ineffective.s.02] as in: lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate

Examples:
an ineffective administration
inefficient workers

Origins

					inefficient (English)
├── efficient (English)
└── in- (English)
    ├── in (Latin)
    ├── in- (Latin)
    └── in- (Middle English (1100-1500))
        └── in- (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
            └── in (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

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