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in·ef·fi·cient
 inefficient
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- pronunciation:
- In
fI
shnt
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition: |
taking too much time or supplies to produce or reach results.
The use of separate cars for travel to work is an inefficient use of energy compared with traveling by bus or subway.- antonyms:
- economical, efficient
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| derivation: |
inefficiently (adv.) |
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