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ineffectual vs idle

idle vs ineffectual

ineffectual is not a noun while idle is a noun.

ineffectual and idle both are adjectives.

ineffectual is not a verb while idle is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ineffectual No Yes No No
idle Yes Yes Yes No
ineffectual (noun) idle (noun)
the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling
ineffectual (adjective) idle (adjective)
not producing an intended effect not in action or at work
lacking in power or forcefulness silly or trivial
producing no result or effect 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
ineffectual (verb) idle (verb)
run disconnected or idle
be idle; exist in a changeless situation
Difference between ineffectual and idle

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