effective
gb/ɪfˈɛktɪv/ us/ɪfˈɛktɪv/
B1
Kiingereza
~ 1100
Maana
maana 0
adjective
B1
property
1
Producing the desired result
Able to produce the result you want.
Muundo wa matumizi:
[something] is effective at [doing something]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners sometimes confuse 'effective' with 'efficient'. 'Effective' means it works well, while 'efficient' means it works well with little waste.
Visawe
successful (Emphasizes achieving a goal, sometimes with broader scope than 'effective'.)
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efficient (Focuses on achieving results with minimal waste of time or resources.)
Vinyume
ineffective (Direct opposite; fails to produce the intended result.)
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useless (Stronger and more negative; of no practical use.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
highly effective
|effective method
|effective strategy
|effective communication
|effective treatment
Mada
business
|daily life
|problem solving
|core_vocabulary
|work
Mifano
- This new medicine is highly effective against the virus.
- The training program was effective in improving staff performance.
- Her speech was effective in changing public opinion.
- Regular exercise is effective at reducing stress.
- The new policy proved effective after just a few weeks.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- The new rules are effective in schools.
- This cream is effective for dry skin.
- Exercise is effective for good health.
- The plan is effective and easy to follow.
adjective
formal
B2
property
2
In operation from a given time
Starting to be used or done from a certain time.
Muundo wa matumizi:
effective [date/time]
Kosa la kawaida:
Learners may confuse this meaning with 'effective' meaning 'good at producing results'; here it refers to the start of official use.
Visawe
operative (More technical/legal term for being in force.)
Vinyume
expired (No longer valid or in effect.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
effective immediately
|effective date
|effective from
|effective as of
Mada
law
|business
Mifano
- The new law will be effective from January 1st.
- The changes are effective immediately.
- Her promotion is effective as of next Monday.
- The policy becomes effective upon signature.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- The rule is effective today.
- My new job is effective next week.
- The law is effective from May 1.
adjective
formal
C1
property
3
Existing in fact, not formally recognized
Real or true in fact, even if not official.
Visawe
actual (Emphasizes real existence regardless of formal status.)
Vinyume
nominal (Refers to something existing in name only without real power or effect.)
Miunganiko ya maneno
effective leader (de facto)
|effective control
|effective power
Mada
law
|politics
|core_vocabulary
Mifano
- He is the country's effective ruler, though not elected.
- They have effective control over the region.
- She became the effective head of the department after her boss resigned.
Mifano kwa wanafunzi
- She is the effective boss here.
- He has effective control of the team.
- They are the effective leaders now.
Sarufi
Umbo la kamusi
effective
IPA
GB/ɪfˈɛktɪv/
US/ɪfˈɛktɪv/
Silabi na mkazo
ef - fect - ive (silabi 3)
Stress on 2nd syllable (fect)
Maumbo ya neno
Adjective
- Base: effective
Familia ya neno
Core family
Negative and opposite forms
Semi
effective date
1/ɪfˈɛktɪv dˈeɪt/
fixed phrase
formal
Official start date of something
The day when something starts to be used or done by law or rule.
Mifano
- The contract's effective date is July 1st.
- Check the policy's effective date before signing.
effective immediately
1/ɪfˈɛktɪv ɪmˈidiɪtli/
fixed phrase
formal
Starting now without delay
Starting right now, without waiting.
Mifano
- Your suspension is effective immediately.
- The price increase is effective immediately.