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/
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.
Breakdown
effect (from Latin effectus, accomplishment) + -ive (adjective suffix, from Latin -ivus) + -ness (noun suffix forming abstract qualities) = effectiveness
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📝Examples
“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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