inefficiency
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ɪˈfɪʃ noun, plural in·ef·fi·cien·cies for 2.
1.
the quality or condition of being inefficient; lack of efficiency.
2.
an instance of inefficiency: This work is riddled with inefficiencies.
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inefficient (ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | unable to perform a task or function to the best advantage; wasteful or incompetent |
| 2. | unable to produce the desired result |
| inef'ficiency | |
| —n | |
| inef'ficiently | |
| —adv | |
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Inefficiency
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Example sentences
Some of this is inefficiency, but much is a sign of people having lives and building connections, and should be encouraged.
For example, it predicts both inefficiency and superb efficiency.
The upper economic strata dull the stimulation by drinking plenty of scotch whiskey, which also leads to inefficiency at work.
Too bad the medical industry has a vested interest in inefficiency.
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