Ineffectiveness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˌi-nə-ˈfek-tiv/ in·ef·fec·tive

Meaning & Definition of Ineffectiveness

Ineffectiveness (adjective)

  1. not producing an intended effect, ineffectual
  2. not capable of performing efficiently or as expected, incapable

Ineffectiveness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in inefficiency, inefficacy

    similar: ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency, powerlessness, disqualification, inaptitude
    opposite: effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness, efficiency

Related Entry: Ineffective (adjective)

Ineffective is a different word from Ineffectiveness. The synonyms below are for ineffective, not for ineffectiveness.

  1. not producing the desired result

    "an ineffective effort to reduce unemployment that only spurred inflation"

    similar: counterproductive, feckless, hamstrung, ineffectual, inefficacious, inefficient, inexpedient
    related: abortive, bootless, fruitless, futile, nonproductive, pointless, profitless, unavailing, unproductive, unprofitable, unsuccessful, useless, worthless
    opposite: effective, effectual, efficacious, efficient, expedient, operant, ultraefficient
    near: availing, beneficial, helpful, productive, profitable, successful, useful, worthwhile

  2. producing no results

    "an ineffective medication that will be denied FDA approval"

    similar: abortive, barren, bootless, empty, fruitless, futile, ineffectual, inefficacious, otiose, profitless, unavailing, unproductive, unprofitable, unsuccessful, useless, vain, in vain, no dice, not worth the candle, of no avail
    related: hollow, idle, meaningless, pointless, valueless, worthless, hopeless, impossible, lost, no-win, unattainable, inadequate, insufficient, lacking, wanting, counterproductive
    opposite: deadly, effective, effectual, efficacious, efficient, fruitful, potent, productive, profitable, successful, virtuous
    near: meaningful, worthwhile, adequate, sufficient, applicable, feasible, functional, practicable, practical, realizable, usable, workable

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ineffectiveness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ineffectiveness:

ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability, incapacity, incompetence, incompetency, ineptitude, insufficiency, powerlessness, disqualification, inaptitude

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ineffectiveness

Words with the opposite meaning of Ineffectiveness:

effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness, efficiency

Word Forms of Ineffectiveness

Derived words: ineffectively (adverb), ineffectiveness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Ineffectiveness

First known use: 1649

Frequently Asked Questions about Ineffectiveness

What does "Ineffectiveness" mean?

"Ineffectiveness" means not producing an intended effect, ineffectual. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: not producing an intended effect, ineffectual.

What is another word for "Ineffectiveness"?

Other words for "Ineffectiveness" include ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency, impotence, inability and inadequacy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ineffectiveness" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ineffectiveness"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ineffectiveness". Common alternatives include ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability and incapacity.

What is the opposite of "Ineffectiveness"?

Antonyms of "Ineffectiveness" include effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness and efficiency.

Is "Ineffectiveness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ineffectiveness" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Ineffectiveness"?

"Ineffectiveness" is pronounced /ˌi-nə-ˈfek-tiv/ and divided into syllables as in·ef·fec·tive.

What is the origin of the word "Ineffectiveness"?

First known use: 1649.

What is another word for "Ineffectiveness" meaning "as in inefficiency, inefficacy"?

When "Ineffectiveness" (noun) means as in inefficiency, inefficacy, synonyms include ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficacy, inefficiency and impotence. Opposites in this sense include effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness and efficiency.