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Definition of ineffectually

ineffectually

/ˌɪn.ɪˈfɛk.tʃu.ə.li/
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Adjective:ineffectual
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• adverb

1

In a manner that fails to produce the intended, desired, or satisfactory result; weakly or without effect.

Example

"The committee protested ineffectually against the sudden budget cuts, unable to reverse the board's final decision."

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ineffectiveness
ineffectual
ineffectuality
ineffectually
ineffectualness
inefficiency
inefficient

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from 'ineffectual' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', ultimately tracing back to Latin 'in-' (not) and 'effectus' (accomplishment, performance), from 'efficere' (to work out or accomplish).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ineffectually. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ineffectually
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