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ineffective vs idle

idle vs ineffective

ineffective is not a noun while idle is a noun.

ineffective and idle both are adjectives.

ineffective is not a verb while idle is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ineffective No Yes No No
idle Yes Yes Yes No
ineffective (noun) idle (noun)
the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling
ineffective (adjective) idle (adjective)
not producing an intended effect not in action or at work
lacking in power or forcefulness silly or trivial
lacking the ability or skill to perform effectively; inadequate not in active use
lacking a sense of restraint or responsibility
not having a job
not yielding a return
without a basis in reason or fact
ineffective (verb) idle (verb)
run disconnected or idle
be idle; exist in a changeless situation
Difference between ineffective and idle

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