🚫ineffectual

adjective
/ˌɪn.ɪˈfɛk.tʃu.əl/

Meaning

Not producing any or the desired effect; lacking the ability or qualities to achieve a purpose.

Example Sentences

The manager’s ineffectual leadership caused the team to lose motivation.

Example Expressions

ineffectual attempt

Synonyms

ineffective, useless, futile, weak, powerless

Antonyms

effective, successful, capable

Collocations

ineffectual attempt, ineffectual leader, ineffectual response, ineffectual effort

Related Vocabularies

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
Belonging to a person by birth; originating in a particular place.
Made necessary by particular circumstances or regulations; required.
being conscious or aware; paying attention to the present moment
free from disturbance; calm and quiet; not involving war or violence
prosperous, flourishing, or relating to palm trees

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