inefficient

• Qualifie un processus, un système ou une personne qui n'utilise pas efficacement le temps, l'énergie ou les ressources.

Describes a process, system, or person that does not make the best use of time, energy, or resources.

1. Wasteful of resourcesB2formal

   Not achieving maximum productivity; wasting time, money, or energy.

   Inefficace (gaspilleur de ressources)

   • The old heating system is highly inefficient and costs a lot to run.
   • An inefficient workflow can lead to missed deadlines.
   • The factory's inefficient processes resulted in a lot of wasted material.

   Synonymesextravagantineffectiveprofligateslipshodthriftlessuneconomicalunproductivewasteful

   Antonymesefficientproductive

2. Lacking skill or abilityB2formal

   Not capable of performing a task effectively due to a lack of skill or poor methods.

   inefficace par manque de compétence

   • The new employee was inefficient at managing his time.
   • An inefficient manager can demotivate the entire team.
   • Her inefficient approach to problem-solving frustrated her colleagues.

   Synonymesbunglingclumsyincompetentineptmaladroitunskilledunskillful

   Antonymesadeptcapablecompetenteffectiveefficientproficientskilledskillful