effective

Definitions

1. 1adjective

   Having the power to produce an effect or effects; producing a decided or decisive effect; efficient; serviceable; operative; as, an effective force, remedy, speech; the effective men in a regiment.

2. 2noun

   That which produces a given effect; a cause.

3. 3noun

   One who is capable of active service.

4. 4noun

   Specie or coin, as distinguished from paper currency; -- a term used in many parts of Europe.

5. 5adjective

   existing in fact; not theoretical; real

   "a decline in the effective demand"

   "confused increased equipment and expenditure with the quantity of effective work done"

6. 6adjective

   able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively-G.B.Shaw

   "people who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons..."

   "effective personnel"

   Synonyms

   efficient
7. 7adjective

   exerting force or influence

   "the law is effective immediately"

   "a warranty good for two years"

   Synonyms

   good
8. 8adjective

   producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect-LewisMumford

   "an air-cooled motor was more effective than a witch's broomstick for rapid long-distance transportation"

   "effective teaching methods"

   Synonyms

   effectualefficacious
9. 9adjective

   works well as a means or remedy

   "an effective reprimand"

   "a lotion that is effective in cases of prickly heat"

10. 10adjective

    ready for service

    "the fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers"