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inefficiently-made

|in-ef-fi-cient-ly-made|

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/ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃəntli meɪd/

(inefficient)

wasteful use of resources

Base FormAdverb
inefficientinefficiently
Etymology
Etymology Information

'inefficiently-made' originates from the word 'inefficient,' which comes from Latin, specifically the word 'inefficientem,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'efficere' meant 'to accomplish.'

Historical Evolution

'inefficientem' transformed into the French word 'inefficace,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inefficient' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not accomplishing,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lacking efficiency.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed or produced in a manner that lacks efficiency, often resulting in poor quality or performance.

The inefficiently-made gadget broke down after just a week of use.

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Last updated: 2025/05/21 15:58