Ineffective or Uneffective
Correct “ineffective” vs incorrect “uneffective.”
uneffective
Incorrect spelling - “Uneffective” is not used in English.
"uneffective" is a common misspelling of "ineffective". Always use "ineffective" when referring to the correct word.
ineffective
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Ineffective” means not producing the desired effect.
Definition of ineffective
"ineffective": “Ineffective” means not producing the desired effect.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for ineffective
- • useless
- • inefficient
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The treatment was ineffective.
"Correct:" The policy is ineffective.
"Correct:" This method is ineffective.
"Incorrect:" The treatment was uneffective.
"Incorrect:" The policy is uneffective.
Notes:
- • Prefix is in-, not 'un-'.
- • Opposite of effective = ineffective.
Frequently Asked Questions
Correct spelling?
Ineffective.
Is 'uneffective' correct?
No.
Meaning?
Not producing intended results.
Example?
The medicine was ineffective.
Common error?
Using un- instead of in-.
Summary
“Ineffective” is correct; “uneffective” is incorrect.