effectiveness — the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈfektɪvnəs/
Korean meaning: 효과성, 유효성 (원하는 결과를 만들어내는 정도)
Korean pronunciation: 이-펙-티브-니스 (강세: 펙)
Example Sentences
- The effectiveness of my mom's guilt trips is scientifically proven - I always end up calling her.
- Studies show the effectiveness of exercise in reducing stress levels.
- The effectiveness of his 'puppy dog eyes' strategy works on everyone except his wife.
effectiveness
NOUN//ɪˈfektɪvnəs//
the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result

The right tool works effectively

True effectiveness flows from selectiveness to protectiveness
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'effectivus' meaning 'productive' or 'able to accomplish,' derived from 'effectus' (past participle of 'efficere' meaning 'to bring about'). The suffix '-ness' is Old English, forming abstract nouns from adjectives.
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“The effectiveness of my mom's guilt trips is scientifically proven - I always end up calling her.”
“Studies show the effectiveness of exercise in reducing stress levels.”
“The effectiveness of his 'puppy dog eyes' strategy works on everyone except his wife.”
“We need to evaluate the effectiveness of our marketing campaign.”
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