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What is the opposite of efficient?

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(of a system) Opposite of capable of maximizing productivity at no expense of extra resources
“Procedures that were set up to expose and correct dishonesty were themselves blocked or shown to be inefficient.”
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Opposite of able to produce results, or cause effects
“To this end, ineffectual tools are usually worse than having no tools at all.”
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(attributive to a person) Opposite of having the ability to make prudent and careful decisions on the use of resources
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“He is either deliberately misconstruing the statement, or is utterly incompetent.”
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Opposite of arranged or carried out with a planned or organized method or procedure
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Opposite of able to persuade or convince
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Opposite of still currently functioning or in operation
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Opposite of fulfilling its function adequately
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Opposite of having the ability to produce financial growth or gain
“This is an unprofitable business and some big decisions will need to be made soon on its future.”
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Opposite of using materials at hand efficiently
“This is a wasteful process that will cause a net loss of nitrogen to livestock and pollution of the environment.”
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Opposite of made or adjusted to be as efficient as possible
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Opposite of capable of reducing the time needed to perform a task
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Opposite of denotes the effectiveness or dominance of a particular action
“Leaders who do not look after the interests of their followers are not only unethical but ineffective.”
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(of persons) Opposite of influential or powerful in rank, position, or status
“He was touted as a great and strong leader but ultimately proved to be highly uninfluential.”
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Opposite of without obstructions or difficulties
“Going on holidays with children can be both an exciting and fraught prospect.”
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Opposite of always successful, not likely to fail
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Opposite of complete with regard to every detail
“He was relieved a minute later when the soldier left after only a cursory check of the room, seeming completely unsuspicious.”
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Opposite of having all the necessary components or features neatly fitted into a small space
“Being an air-to-air heat exchanger, a sizable unit is required as a function of charge mass flow and desired exit air temperature.”
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Opposite of being in a healthy and functional state
“His faculties were still ailing after having endured multiple concussions during his sporting career.”
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