be effective

Frequency: 9.095.1 per million words

To function in a way that produces the intended result.

effectiveVERB + effective (producing a desired result)

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Examples (10)

  • The new medicine is highly effective against the virus.
  • For this project to succeed, the team's communication must be effective.
  • The marketing campaign was surprisingly effective in boosting sales.
  • We hope the new policy will be effective in reducing waste.
  • If the training is effective, we should see an improvement in performance.
  • This teaching method has been effective for many students.
  • Some punishments are not effective in changing a child's behavior long-term.
  • The new security system is effective in preventing unauthorized access.
  • He is particularly effective at motivating his team.
  • For a deterrent to work, it must be effective and consistently applied.