Ineffectually: meaning, definitions and examples

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ineffectually

[ ˌɪnɪˈfɛktjʊəli ]

^{Context #1}

in a way that does not produce the desired effect

Ineffectually means without producing the desired result or effect. It describes actions or efforts that are ineffective or futile.

Synonyms

inefficiently, ineptly, unsuccessfully

Examples of usage

She tried to open the jar ineffectually, but it wouldn't budge.
The team worked ineffectually on the project, leading to its failure.
He fought ineffectually against the forces of corruption.

^{Context #2}

in a manner lacking effectiveness

Ineffectually also refers to doing something in a way that lacks effectiveness. It implies a lack of success or impact.

Synonyms

inefficiently, unsuccessfully, weakly

Examples of usage

The medication was administered ineffectually, resulting in no improvement.
The speech was delivered ineffectually, failing to inspire the audience.
She tried to convince him ineffectually, but he remained unconvinced.

Translations

Translations of the word "ineffectually" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ineficazmente

🇮🇳 अप्रभावी रूप से

🇩🇪 unwirksam

🇮🇩 tidak efektif

🇺🇦 неефективно

🇵🇱 nieskutecznie

🇯🇵 効果的でない

🇫🇷 inefficacement

🇪🇸 ineficazmente

🇹🇷 etkisiz bir şekilde

🇰🇷 효과 없이

🇸🇦 بدون جدوى

🇨🇿 neúčinně

🇸🇰 neúčinne

🇨🇳 无效地

🇸🇮 neučinkovito

🇮🇸 árangurslaust

🇰🇿 нәтижесіз

🇬🇪 უეფექტოდ

🇦🇿 səmərəsiz

🇲🇽 ineficazmente

Word origin

The word 'ineffectually' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and the word 'effectually' which means 'producing the desired effect'. It originated in the early 17th century and has been used to describe actions or efforts that lack effectiveness or result in failure.