effective in Bengali বাংলা
effective in English
- effective⇄adj. 1. able to cause something.
Ex. Light clothes are effective in keeping cool in warm weather.
2. able to cause some desired result; getting results.
Ex. an effective medicine.
3. in operation; active.
Ex. A bill passed - effective⇄adv. effectively.
- effective⇄effective, adjective, noun.
- effective⇄noun effectiveness.
- effective⇄noun 1. a member of the armed forces equipped and ready for fighting.
2. a military force equipped and ready for fighting.
effective in Kashmiri कॉशुर
effective in Malayalam മലയാളം
effective in Sindhi سنڌي
effective in Tamil தமிழ்
effective in Telugu తెలుగు
effective
Part of Speech
Adjective
Pronunciation
English (IPA): /ɪˈfɛktɪv/
Definitions
- (Adjective): Producing a desired or intended result.
- (Adjective): Functioning in a practical and successful manner.
- (Adjective): Officially in operation or in force.
Usage Examples
- "The new policy was highly effective in reducing waste."
- "She is an effective leader who inspires her team."
- "The law will become effective starting next month."
Etymology
Derived from Latin effectivus ("productive, effective"), from effectus ("accomplishment, execution"), which is from efficere ("to accomplish, bring about").
Synonyms
- efficient
- successful
- operative
- powerful
Antonyms
- ineffective
- useless
- unsuccessful
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| French | efficace | /e.fi.kas/ |
| Spanish | efectivo | /e.fekˈti.βo/ |
| German | wirksam | /ˈvɪʁkzaːm/ |
| Hindi | प्रभावी (prabhāvī) | /prəbʰaːvi/ |
| Tamil | விளைவுச்சேர்க்கும் (viḷaivuccērkkum) | /ʋiɭaivut͡ʃːeːrkːum/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 有效的 (yǒu xiào de) | /joʊ̯ ɕjɑʊ̯ tə/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ɪˈfɛktɪv/
- American English: /ɪˈfɛktɪv/
Historical Usage
The term "effective" has been used since the 14th century to describe actions, policies, and mechanisms that successfully achieve their intended purpose.
Cultural Nuances
The word "effective" is widely used in business, education, and governance to indicate efficiency and success. In legal contexts, "effective" denotes something that is in operation or in force.
More Information
"Effective" is often contrasted with "efficient." While "effective" refers to achieving a result, "efficient" implies achieving it with minimal waste or effort.