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effective

[ih-fek-tiv, ee-fek‐] / ɪˈfɛk tɪv, iˈfɛk‐ /




Usage

What are other ways to say effective? The adjective effective is applied to a person or a thing that has the power to, or which actually does, produce an effect: an effective boss, remedy, speech. Effectual is used especially of that which produces the effect desired or intended, or a decisive result: An effectual bombardment silenced the enemy. Efficacious suggests the capability of achieving a certain end: an efficacious plan, medicine. Efficient (applied also to persons) implies the skillful use of energy or industry to accomplish desired results with little waste of effort: efficient methods; an efficient manager. 

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Yet not everyone is convinced the humanoid form factor is the most effective.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The JAA also mandates annual climate surveys: Quantifying the scope of these problems is the first step toward crafting effective solutions.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

Ireland is ending a three-year effective moratorium on new data centers, now requiring them to provide their own power sources.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Better color models can support more effective analysis across many areas, including national security sciences.

From Science Daily • Jun. 7, 2026

Cecilia asked innocently, her face twisted into an indignant expression that was too fake to be effective.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall




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