effective [ i'fektiv ]

• adj.
  • producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect

    "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"

    同义词： effectual efficacious

  • able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively

    "people who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons..."; "effective personnel"

    同义词： efficient

  • works well as a means or remedy

    "an effective reprimand"; "a lotion that is effective in cases of prickly heat"

  • exerting force or influence

    "the law is effective immediately"

    同义词： good in effect(p) in force(p)

  • existing in fact; not theoretical; real

    "a decline in the effective demand"; "confused increased equipment and expenditure with the quantity of effective work done"

  • ready for service

    "the fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers"

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