Synonyms of ineffectual

Adjective

1. ineffective (vs. effective), uneffective, ineffectual, toothless, unproductive, idle, inefficacious, inefficient, powerless, useless

usage: not producing an intended effect; "an ineffective teacher"; "ineffective legislation"

2. futile, ineffectual, otiose, unavailing, useless (vs. useful)

usage: producing no result or effect; "a futile effort"; "the therapy was ineffectual"; "an otiose undertaking"; "an unavailing attempt"

3. ineffective, ineffectual, unable, impotent (vs. potent)

usage: lacking in power or forcefulness; "an ineffectual ruler"; "like an unable phoenix in hot ashes"

Definition and meaning of ineffectual (Dictionary)