effectuate

Part of Speech

Verb

Pronunciation

English (IPA): /ɪˈfɛk.tʃu.eɪt/

Definitions

• (Formal): To bring about or cause something to happen.
• (Legal & Political): To put into force or operation.

Usage Examples

• "The new government hopes to effectuate change in the healthcare system."
• "A series of meetings were held to effectuate the merger of the two companies."
• "The law was effectuated by the Supreme Court ruling."

Etymology

Derived from the Latin effectus ("accomplished, executed"), from efficere ("to bring about"), combined with the English suffix -ate to form a verb.

Synonyms

• Implement
• Enforce
• Execute
• Achieve

Antonyms

• Prevent
• Hinder
• Negate
• Obstruct

Translations

Regional Pronunciation Variations

• British English: /ɪˈfɛk.tʃʊ.eɪt/
• American English: /ɪˈfɛk.tʃu.eɪt/

Historical Usage

The word "effectuate" has been in use since the late 16th century, often appearing in legal and governmental contexts.

Cultural Nuances

Effectuate is commonly used in formal and legal settings rather than everyday conversation. It is frequently found in official documents, legislation, and corporate policies.

More Information

The word "effectuate" is often confused with "effect" (noun) and "affect" (verb). While "effectuate" specifically refers to the action of making something happen, "effect" is the result, and "affect" refers to influencing something.