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ineffectually

/ɪnɪfɛktˈfʌlɪli/ adverb · British & US
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What does ineffectually mean?

adverb

Used to describe an action or effort that is not effective or successful; lacking in power or effect.

Example

"She tried to fix the broken machine ineffectually, but it only made things worse."

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