Effective: meaning, definitions and examples

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effective

[ ɪˈfɛktɪv ]

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in business

Producing a successful result, especially one that is desired or intended.

Synonyms

efficient, powerful, productive, successful

Examples of usage

An effective marketing campaign helped increase sales by 20%.
Effective communication is key to a successful team.
The new strategy proved to be very effective in reducing costs.

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in general

Having an intended or expected effect.

Synonyms

efficient, powerful, productive, successful

Examples of usage

The medicine was effective in treating the patient's symptoms.
Using sunscreen is an effective way to protect your skin from sunburn.

Translations

Translations of the word "effective" in other languages:

🇵🇹 eficaz

🇮🇳 प्रभावी (prabhāvi)

🇩🇪 effektiv

🇮🇩 efektif

🇺🇦 ефективний

🇵🇱 efektywny

🇯🇵 効果的 (こうかてき, kōkateki)

🇫🇷 efficace

🇪🇸 efectivo

🇹🇷 etkili

🇰🇷 효과적인 (hyogwajeog-in)

🇸🇦 فعال (faʿāl)

🇨🇿 účinný

🇸🇰 účinný

🇨🇳 有效 (yǒuxiào)

🇸🇮 učinkovit

🇮🇸 árangursríkur

🇰🇿 тиімді

🇬🇪 ეფექტური (ep'ekt'uri)

🇦🇿 səmərəli

🇲🇽 efectivo

Word origin

The word 'effective' originated from the Latin word 'effectivus', which means 'productive' or 'creative'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century, derived from the Old French word 'effectif'. Over time, 'effective' has evolved to encompass the idea of producing a desired or successful result in various contexts.