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effective

UK
/ɪˈfɛktɪv/
US
/ɪˈfɛktɪv/

Translations

effectiveadjective
more effective
Comp.
most effective
Super.
UK
/ɪˈfɛktɪv/
US
/ɪˈfɛktɪv/
The new marketing strategy was highly effective.
Новая маркетинговая стратегия была очень эффективной.
Additional translations
действенный
результативный
плодотворный
действующий
Synonyms
efficient
productive
potent
successful
capable
powerful
impactful
beneficial
Antonyms
ineffective
effectivenoun
effectives
pl
UK
/ɪˈfɛktɪv/
US
/ɪˈfɛktɪv/
Used chiefly in military contexts to refer to a soldier or troop fit for duty.
Synonyms
agent
instrument
means
implement
vehicle
operative
factor
cause

Definitions

effectiveadjective
Successful in producing a desired or intended result.
The new marketing strategy proved to be highly effective in increasing sales.
Functioning well and as intended.
The effective use of resources is crucial for the success of the project.
Having a strong impact or influence.
Her speech was so effective that it moved the audience to tears.
In force or in operation; officially operative.
The new regulations will become effective as of July 1.
Of an amount, rate, or value: actual or net, after all factors are taken into account.
The loan carries an effective annual interest rate of 6%.
effectivenoun
A person, especially a member of the armed forces, who is ready and fit for active service.
The battalion could count on about 500 effectives after the reinforcements arrived.
The numerical strength of a military unit; the number of personnel available for duty.
The regiment's effectives dwindled after months of heavy fighting.
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