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Comparative
more inefficient
Superlative
most inefficient
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not able to achieve maximum productivity or desired results
- The inefficient process caused delays and wasted resources.
- His inefficient time management led to missed deadlines and unfinished tasks.
- The old equipment was inefficient and slowed down production.
- The inefficient use of space in the office resulted in cramped working conditions.
- The inefficient layout of the website made it difficult for users to find information.
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(of a person) not functioning in the most effective or productive manner
- The inefficient employee frequently missed deadlines and failed to meet expectations.
- An inefficient manager struggles to make decisions and keep the team on track.
- As an inefficient leader, he failed to delegate responsibilities properly, causing chaos in the team.
- The inefficient assistant struggled to organize the files and often misfiled important documents.
- The inefficient team member often required help with tasks that others completed quickly on their own.
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