WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

	Enter your search terms Submit search form
	Web www.wordnet-online.com

Definitions from the Web

Term: Effective

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Producing the desired result or having a favorable outcome

Description: The term "effective" refers to something that is successful in producing the intended or desired result. It signifies the ability or quality to achieve an objective or purpose.

Related Products: Search for Effective Products on Amazon

Sample Sentence:

• Her effective communication skills helped in resolving the conflict peacefully.

Sense 2: Having a demonstrated or proven effect

Description: When something is described as "effective," it means there is evidence or proof of its impact or influence in a particular context.

Related Products: Search for Proven Effect Products on Amazon

Sample Sentence:

• The medicine has proven to be effective in treating the symptoms of the virus.

Sense 3: Capable of producing the intended or desired effect

Description: This meaning of "effective" indicates that something has the potential or capacity to bring about the intended or expected effect.

Related Products: Search for Capable Products on Amazon

Sample Sentence:

• The new security system is highly effective in preventing unauthorized access to the building.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A person or thing that brings about desired results

Description: As a noun, "effective" refers to a person or thing that is responsible for bringing about the desired or intended results.

Related Products: Search for Productivity Tools on Amazon

Sample Sentence:

• The team leader was the driving effective behind the successful completion of the project.

Sense 2: A military or political operative with specified skills or qualities

Description: In military or political contexts, an "effective" is a skilled or qualified operative who excels in carrying out necessary tasks and achieving objectives.

Related Products: Search for Military Operative Products on Amazon

Sample Sentence:

• The special forces unit deployed their most effective members for the classified mission.

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1: In a manner that is successful in producing desired results

Description: The adverbial form of "effective" describes the way in which something is done and indicates success in achieving the intended outcome.

Related Products: Search for Successful Tactics on Amazon

Sample Sentence:

• The marketing campaign was strategically planned to target the audience effectively.