noneffective

English

Etymology

From non- +‎ effective.

Adjective

noneffective (not comparable)

  1. Not effective.
    The game strategy he pursued was noneffective, and he was beaten soundly.
  2. (military) Not able to assume active duty.
    After his injury, he was declared noneffective and given a medical discharge.

Synonyms

Noun

noneffective (plural noneffectives)

  1. A member of the military who is unable to assume active duty.
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