effective
gb/ɪfˈɛktɪv/ us/ɪfˈɛktɪv/
B1
Англійська
~ 1100
Значення
0 значень
adjective
B1
property
1
Producing the desired result
Able to produce the result you want.
Модель уживання:
[something] is effective at [doing something]
Поширена помилка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'effective' with 'efficient'. 'Effective' means it works well, while 'efficient' means it works well with little waste.
Синоніми
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.)
Антоніми
ineffective (Direct opposite; fails to produce the intended result.)
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useless (Stronger and more negative; of no practical use.)
Словосполучення
highly effective
|effective method
|effective strategy
|effective communication
|effective treatment
Теми
business
|daily life
|problem solving
|core_vocabulary
|work
Приклади
- 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.
Навчальні приклади
- 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.
Модель уживання:
effective [date/time]
Поширена помилка:
Learners may confuse this meaning with 'effective' meaning 'good at producing results'; here it refers to the start of official use.
Синоніми
operative (More technical/legal term for being in force.)
Антоніми
expired (No longer valid or in effect.)
Словосполучення
effective immediately
|effective date
|effective from
|effective as of
Теми
law
|business
Приклади
- 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.
Навчальні приклади
- 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.
Синоніми
actual (Emphasizes real existence regardless of formal status.)
Антоніми
nominal (Refers to something existing in name only without real power or effect.)
Словосполучення
effective leader (de facto)
|effective control
|effective power
Теми
law
|politics
|core_vocabulary
Приклади
- 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.
Навчальні приклади
- She is the effective boss here.
- He has effective control of the team.
- They are the effective leaders now.
Граматика
Словникова форма
effective
IPA
GB/ɪfˈɛktɪv/
US/ɪfˈɛktɪv/
Склади й наголос
ef - fect - ive (3 склади)
Stress on 2nd syllable (fect)
Форми слова
Adjective
- Base: effective
Споріднені слова
Core family
Negative and opposite forms
Вирази
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.
Приклади
- 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.
Приклади
- Your suspension is effective immediately.
- The price increase is effective immediately.