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effective
adjective(ef-fec-tive)
exerting force or influence
Synonyms: good, in effect, in force,
Examples:
The law is effective immediately.
effective
adjective(ef-fec-tive)
producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect
Synonyms: effectual, efficacious,
Antonyms: ineffective,
Examples:
An 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.
effective
adjective(ef-fec-tive)
able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively
Synonyms: efficient,
Examples:
People who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons....
Effective personnel.
effective
adjective(ef-fec-tive)
existing in fact; not theoretical; real
Examples:
A decline in the effective demand.
Confused increased equipment and expenditure with the quantity of effective work done.
effective
adjective(ef-fec-tive)
ready for service
Examples:
The fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers.
effective
adjective(ef-fec-tive)
works well as a means or remedy
Examples:
An effective reprimand.
A lotion that is effective in cases of prickly heat.

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