ineffectual
0 antonyms and opposites of ineffectual, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Failing to produce the desired effect; not achieving much.
Etymology
From in- + effectual, from Latin effectus, "accomplished."
Full origin of ineffectual →Frequently asked questions
What does “ineffectual” mean?
The word “ineffectual” means failing to produce the desired effect; not achieving much. In plain terms, not getting anything done, or lacking the backbone to make things happen.
How do you pronounce “ineffectual”?
“Ineffectual” is pronounced ih-nih-FEHKT-shoo-uhl (/ˌɪnəˈfɛkt͡ʃuəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “ineffectual” in a sentence?
Here is “ineffectual” used in a sentence: “The committee's response to the crisis was slow and ineffectual.”
What part of speech is “ineffectual”?
“Ineffectual” is an adjective.
Where does the word “ineffectual” come from?
The word “ineffectual” comes from Latin. From in- + effectual, from Latin effectus, "accomplished.".
How many meanings does “ineffectual” have?
“Ineffectual” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: failing to produce the desired effect; not achieving much.