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Meaning of ineffectiveness
The state of not being able to produce the desired or intended effect
Etymology of ineffectiveness
The word "ineffectiveness" originates from the prefix "in-" meaning "not" or "opposite of", the root word "effect" from the Latin "effectus" meaning "accomplishment" or "result", and the suffix "-iveness" which forms a noun indicating a state or quality
The term has been in use since the 17th century to describe a lack of ability or capacity to achieve a desired outcome
Synonyms
ineptness
incompetence
inefficacy
inadequacy
insufficiency
uselessness
pointlessness
futility
fruitlessness
helplessness
powerlessness
weakness
inability
incapability
ineptitude
clumsiness
awkwardness
unskillfulness
unproductiveness
unfruitfulness
inefficiency
ineffectualness
unavailableness
unprofitableness
unbeneficialness
hurtfulness
counterproductiveness
Definitions
- The state of being unable to produce the desired or intended effect
- * Lack of effectiveness or ability to achieve a desired outcome
Usage Examples
- The company's ineffectiveness in managing its finances led to bankruptcy
- * The new policy has been criticized for its ineffectiveness in addressing the issue
- * The team's ineffectiveness on the field was evident in their poor performance
Antonyms
effectiveness
efficiency
productivity
capability
competence
adequacy
sufficiency
usefulness
pointfulness
fruitfulness
helpfulness
powerfulness
strength
ability
capability
skillfulness
productiveness
fruitfulness
availableness
profitableness
beneficialness