efficiency — the ability to do something or produce something without wasting materials, time, or energy
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the ability to do something or produce something without wasting materials, time, or energy
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈfɪʃənsi/
Example Sentences
- My mom's cooking efficiency is legendary - she can make dinner for 10 people in 30 minutes!
- The company focuses on improving workplace efficiency through better technology.
- His studying efficiency drops to zero when his favorite K-pop group releases a new song.
efficiency
NOUN[/ɪˈfɪʃənsi/]
the ability to do something or produce something without wasting materials, time, or energy
The robot's efficiency allowed it to pack hundreds of boxes in just one hour.
The new software improved the office's efficiency. (⚡ Fast + 🎯 Effective → Efficiency)
Efficiency, sufficiency, and proficiency helped the worker achieve outstanding results.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'efficentia' meaning 'efficacy' or 'accomplishment,' derived from 'efficiens' (efficient, effective), which comes from 'efficere' meaning 'to work out' or 'to accomplish.' The suffix '-ency' was added to form the abstract noun in English.
Breakdown
effic- (from Latin efficere: to accomplish) + -ency (noun suffix denoting state or quality) = efficiency
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📝Examples
“My mom's cooking efficiency is legendary - she can make dinner for 10 people in 30 minutes!”
“The company focuses on improving workplace efficiency through better technology.”
“His studying efficiency drops to zero when his favorite K-pop group releases a new song.”
“The government is promoting energy efficiency to reduce carbon emissions.”
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