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effective
Existing in fact; not theoretical; real
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adjective
Existing in fact; not theoretical; real
“A decline in the effective demand”
adjective
Able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively
“{'source': 'G.B.Shaw', 'text': 'people who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons …'}”
adjective
Exerting force or influence
“The law is effective immediately”
adjective
Producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect
“{'source': 'LewisMumford', 'text': "an air-cooled motor was more effective than a witch's broomstick for rapid long-distance transportation"}”
adjective
Works well as a means or remedy
“An effective reprimand”
adjective
Ready for service
“The fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers”
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A decline in the effective demand
Confused increased equipment and expenditure with the quantity of effective work done
{'source': 'G.B.Shaw', 'text': 'people who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons …'}
Effective personnel
An efficient secretary
The efficient cause of the revolution
The law is effective immediately
A warranty good for two years
The law is already in effect (or in force)
{'source': 'LewisMumford', 'text': "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
His complaint proved to be effectual in bringing action
An effective reprimand
A lotion that is effective in cases of prickly heat
The fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers
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