Effectuating: meaning, definitions and examples

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effectuating

 

[ ɪˈfɛk.tʃu.eɪ.tɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

legal context

Effectuating refers to the process of putting a plan, decision, or policy into effect. It encompasses the actions taken to implement or carry out specific objectives. This term is often used in legal or formal discussions to describe how intentions are translated into tangible outcomes. Effectuating requires careful planning and execution to ensure that desired results are achieved effectively.

Synonyms

enforcing, executing, implementing

Examples of usage

  • The new legislation was effectuating important changes in the education system.
  • She was responsible for effectuating the company's strategic initiatives.
  • The board voted to begin effectuating the merger process.

Translations

Translations of the word "effectuating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 efetivando

🇮🇳 प्रभावित करना

🇩🇪 wirksam machen

🇮🇩 mengimplementasikan

🇺🇦 здійснення

🇵🇱 wdrażanie

🇯🇵 実現する

🇫🇷 effectuer

🇪🇸 efectuar

🇹🇷 uygulamak

🇰🇷 실현하다

🇸🇦 تنفيذ

🇨🇿 uskutečnit

🇸🇰 uskutočniť

🇨🇳 实现

🇸🇮 izvajati

🇮🇸 framkvæma

🇰🇿 орындау

🇬🇪 გამოიწვიოს

🇦🇿 həyata keçirmək

🇲🇽 efectuar

Etymology

The word 'effectuating' originates from the Latin root 'facere,' which means 'to do or make.' This Latin term evolved in Middle English to become 'effectuate,' meaning to bring about or accomplish something. It took on a more formal usage in the 19th century, especially in legal and administrative contexts. The suffix '-ing' denotes the action of effectuating, emphasizing the ongoing process of implementing decisions or policies. This evolution reflects the growing complexity of legal language and the need for precise terminology in documentation and formal discussion.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,937, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.