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less-efficient

UK/les-ɪ'fɪʃ(ə)nt/US

Definitions

adj.

Having lower efficiency than something else

效率较低的

Root Breakdown

Native English
lessroot
+
ef-out of, from
+
ficmake, do
+
-ientperforming, being in a state
=less-efficient

less + efficient = not as efficient by comparison.

Root fac still carries 273 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Older bulbs are far less-efficient than LED lights.

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