Australian English Meaning of effective

effective

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Definitions and Meaning of effective in English

Wordnet

effective (a)

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

Wordnet

effective (s)

able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively

works well as a means or remedy

exerting force or influence

existing in fact; not theoretical; real

ready for service

Webster

effective (a.)

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.

Webster

effective (n.)

That which produces a given effect; a cause.

One who is capable of active service.

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

The serviceable soldiers in a country; an army or any military body, collectively; as, France's effective.

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