English dictionary
effective
/I/'f/E/kt/I/v/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect
ExamplesAn air-cooled motor was more effective than a witch's broomstick for rapid long-distance transportation.
Effective teaching methods.
Effective steps toward peace.
Made an effective entrance.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Having the power to produce an effect or effects; producing a decided or decisive effect; efficient; serviceable; operative; as, an <i>effective</i> force, remedy, speech; the <i>effective</i> men in a regiment.
Source: webster1913
noun
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That which produces a given effect; a cause.
Source: webster1913
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The serviceable soldiers in a country; an army or any military body, collectively; as, France's <i>effective</i>.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively
ExamplesPeople who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons...
Effective personnel.
Synonyms efficientSource: WordNet 3.0
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works well as a means or remedy
ExamplesAn effective reprimand.
A lotion that is effective in cases of prickly heat.
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exerting force or influence
ExamplesThe law is effective immediately.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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existing in fact; not theoretical; real
ExamplesA decline in the effective demand.
Confused increased equipment and expenditure with the quantity of effective work done.
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ready for service
ExamplesThe fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers.
Source: WordNet 3.0