Added 8 October 2026
ineffectual
/ˌɪnɪˈfɛkt͡ʃuəl/ adjective
adjective Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about ineffectual at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
- Unable or insufficient to produce effect.
- Worthless; ineffective.
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Weak, indecisive; lacking forcefulness.
Our group leader proved highly ineffectual, caving to every whim put forth by the other members.