Inefficacy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Inefficacy
Inefficacy (noun)
- lack of power to produce a desired effect
Inefficacy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in inefficiency, ineffectiveness
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inefficacy
The most common words with a similar meaning to Inefficacy:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Inefficacy
Words with the opposite meaning of Inefficacy:
Origin & Etymology of Inefficacy
Late Latin inefficacia, from Latin inefficac-, inefficax inefficacious, from in- + efficac-, efficax efficacious
First known use: circa 1615
Frequently Asked Questions about Inefficacy
What does "Inefficacy" mean?
"Inefficacy" means lack of power to produce a desired effect. As a noun, it is defined as: lack of power to produce a desired effect.
What is another word for "Inefficacy"?
Other words for "Inefficacy" include ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficiency, impotence, inability and inadequacy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inefficacy" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Inefficacy"?
There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Inefficacy". Common alternatives include ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficiency, impotence, inability, inadequacy, incapability and incapacity.
What is the opposite of "Inefficacy"?
Antonyms of "Inefficacy" include effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness and efficiency.
Is "Inefficacy" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Inefficacy" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Inefficacy"?
"Inefficacy" is pronounced /(ˌ)i-ˈne-fi-kə-sē/ and divided into syllables as in·ef·fi·ca·cy.
What is the origin of the word "Inefficacy"?
"Inefficacy" comes from Late Latin inefficacia, from Latin inefficac-, inefficax inefficacious, from in- + efficac-, efficax efficacious. First known use: circa 1615.
What is another word for "Inefficacy" meaning "as in inefficiency, ineffectiveness"?
When "Inefficacy" (noun) means as in inefficiency, ineffectiveness, synonyms include ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, ineffectualness, inefficaciousness, inefficiency and impotence. Opposites in this sense include effectiveness, effectualness, efficaciousness and efficiency.