Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ineffectual

Adjective

/ˌɪnɪˈfɛkʧʊəl/

Definition

Not producing any significant or desired effect.

Examples

His attempts to fix the broken machine were ineffectual, leading to more complications.
Despite the team’s ineffectual strategies, they continued to persevere in their project.

Meaning

Ineffectual describes something that is incapable of producing a desired result. It often refers to efforts, actions, or methods that fail to achieve their intended goals.